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Roberto Di Matteo

Born: May 29, 1970 (age 53)

Height: 5' 10" (178cm)

Hometown: Schaffhausen, Switzerland
Nationality: Italy Italian

Position: Midfielder
Schalke's Italian head coach Roberto Di Matteo attends a training session at the arena in Gelsenkirchen, western Germany on October 20, 2014
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Career History
Senior1991-1992FC Zurich
1992-1993FC Aarau
1993-1996Lazio
1996-2002Chelsea
Managerial2008-2009MK Dons
2009-2011West Bromwich Albion
2011-2012Chelsea (assistant)
2012Chelsea
2014-2015Schalke 04
2016Aston Villa
Sports Mole has 988 articles about Roberto Di Matteo. Articles 1 to 40:
Chelsea's Raheem Sterling celebrates scoring their third goal on January 6, 2024
Chelsea out to equal all-time English football record in EFL Cup semi-final
Chelsea are out to match an all-time English football record set by Liverpool when they meet Middlesbrough in the first leg of their EFL Cup semi-final on Tuesday.
Jan 7, 23:37
Chelsea manager Frank Lampard pictured on November 2, 2019
Frank Lampard reluctant to make 'Champions League parallel' with Roberto Di Matteo
Chelsea caretaker manager Frank Lampard says that he is reluctant to make any 'Champions League parallels' with former winner Roberto Di Matteo.
Apr 12, 09:36
Everton boss Frank Lampard during the Premier League fixture with Liverpool on September 3, 2022.
Why Frank Lampard must take second chance at Chelsea to end unjust ridicule
Frank Lampard does not deserve half of the ridicule that he receives, yet the Chelsea legend must seize the unforeseen opportunity to rebuild his reputation.
Apr 7, 14:45
Chelsea celebrate Kai Havertz's goal against Red Bull Salzburg on October 25, 2022.
Preview: Chelsea vs. Dinamo Zagreb - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's Champions League clash between Chelsea and Dinamo Zagreb, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Oct 31, 10:12
New Chelsea boss Graham Potter on September 13, 2022
Chelsea bidding to end 18-year streak against AC Milan
Chelsea will be attempting to end an 18-year streak when they face AC Milan in the Champions League at San Siro on Tuesday evening.
Oct 10, 15:19
Didier Drogba with the Champions League trophy in 2012.
Where are Chelsea's 2012 Champions League heroes now?
Sports Mole takes a look at where Chelsea's Champions League heroes of 2012 have ended up 10 years later.
May 19, 09:45
Liverpool forward Luis Suarez and Chelsea defender John Terry in action during the 2012 FA Cup final.
Liverpool vs. Chelsea: A look back at their FA Cup head-to-heads
Ahead of Saturday's FA Cup final, Sports Mole takes a look back at the previous fixtures between Liverpool and Chelsea in this competition.
May 10, 11:00
Jose Mourinho pictured as Chelsea manager in 2005
Ranking every Chelsea manager of the Roman Abramovich era
Following Roman Abramovich's announcement that he is looking to sell Chelsea, Sports Mole ranks all 13 of the permanent managers to have taken charge during his reign.
Mar 3, 16:16
Chelsea players react to losing the penalty shootout in the EFl Cup final against Manchester City on February 24, 2019
Chelsea's record in past EFL Cup finals
Sports Mole takes a closer look at Chelsea's past record in EFL Cup finals ahead of Sunday's showdown with Liverpool at Wembley.
Feb 25, 11:20
Chelsea defender David Luiz during the EFL Cup final against Manchester City on February 24, 2019
On this day in 2016: David Luiz returns to Chelsea
The Brazil defender had only left Stamford Bridge for the Parc des Princes in 2014 in a £50million deal.
Aug 30, 12:00
Brentford manager Thomas Frank pictured on November 7, 2020
Preview: Brentford vs. Middlesbrough - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's FA Cup clash between Brentford and Middlesbrough, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jan 7, 21:00
Didier Drogba with the Champions League trophy in 2012.
Can you name Chelsea's 2012 Champions League-winning squad?
To mark the eighth anniversary of Chelsea's maiden Champions League triumph, Sports Mole challenges you to name Roberto Di Matteo's squad.
May 19, 10:30
Chelsea celebrate beating Liverpool in the 2012 FA Cup final
Can you name Chelsea's 2012 FA Cup-winning squad?
To mark eight years since Chelsea won the 2012 FA Cup, Sports Mole challenges you to name each member of Roberto Di Matteo's squad.
May 5, 11:30
John Terry lifts the Premier League trophy in 2017
Roberto Di Matteo backs John Terry for Chelsea job
Former Chelsea boss Roberto Di Matteo feels that there is an inevitability about John Terry becoming Blues manager in the future.
Sep 12, 17:40
Chelsea's Eden Hazard arrives for their game with Huddersfield Town on August 11, 2018
Eden Hazard: 'Maurizio Sarri is the best manager of my Chelsea stay'
Chelsea attacker Eden Hazard claims that Maurizio Sarri is the best manager he has had during his time at the club, ahead of the likes of Jose Mourinho and Antonio Conte.
Oct 8, 23:48
Kevin De Bruyne pictured on November 1, 2016
Kevin De Bruyne: 'I only spoke to Jose Mourinho twice at Chelsea'
Manchester City midfielder Kevin De Bruyne admits that he only spoke to Jose Mourinho twice while the two were at Chelsea.
Apr 5, 19:52
Olivier Giroud in action during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Crystal Palace on March 10, 2018
How Chelsea could line up against Barcelona
Ahead of Chelsea's Champions League trip to Barcelona, Sports Mole looks at how Antonio Conte's side could line up at Camp Nou.
Mar 14, 11:34
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Paco Jemez appointed Las Palmas boss
Las Palmas confirm the appointment of Paco Jemez as their new head coach on a contract until the end of the season.
Dec 22, 20:27
Aston Villa manager Roberto Di Matteo before his side's pre-season friendly with Middlesbrough on July 30, 2016
Roberto Di Matteo to take over at Las Palmas?
Former Chelsea and Aston Villa manager Roberto Di Matteo is in contention to become Las Palmas's new head coach, according to a report.
Dec 19, 13:33
Rafael Benitez squats and barks during the Premier League game between Manchester United and Newcastle United on November 18, 2017
Rafael Benitez relishing return to former club Chelsea
Newcastle United manager Rafael Benitez expects his reception to be "fine" when returning to Stamford Bridge for the first time as an opposition manager this weekend.
Dec 1, 17:20
Aston Villa manager Steve Bruce smiles before his side's pre-season clash with Shrewsbury Town on July 15, 2017
Steve Bruce admits to past relegation fears about Aston Villa
Aston Villa boss Steve Bruce reveals that he once considered the West Midlands outfit to be candidates for relegation to League One.
Oct 28, 13:10
Aston Villa manager Steve Bruce waves to the fans during his side's Championship clash with Wolverhampton Wanderers on October 15, 2016
Harry Redknapp: 'Aston Villa boss Steve Bruce thought he would get sack'
Harry Redknapp says that Aston Villa boss Steve Bruce told him that he thought he was close to being sacked at the West Midlands outfit.
Sep 30, 12:40
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Steve Bruce hits out at "vile" social media trolls after slow start
Aston Villa manager Steve Bruce admits that he is desperate to "shut the nonsense up" by picking up maximum points for the first time this season on Saturday afternoon.
Aug 19, 12:47
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Steve Bruce: "Aston Villa demands promotion"
Aston Villa manager Steve Bruce says that the club "demands promotion" as he prepares for his first full season in charge of the Midlands outfit.
Aug 1, 19:02
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Report: Sunderland keen on Aston Villa defender Tommy Elphick
A report claims that Sunderland are weighing up a bid for Aston Villa defender Tommy Elphick, but only after offloading more of their high earners.
Jul 16, 18:34
Romelu Lukaku in action during the Premier League game between Everton and Burnley on April 15, 2017
Roberto Di Matteo: 'Romelu Lukaku a perfect fit for Manchester United'
Romelu Lukaku is a "perfect fit" for Manchester United and can achieve great things at his new club, according to Roberto Di Matteo, his former coach at Chelsea.
Jul 12, 20:30
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Roberto Di Matteo: 'Chelsea will feel John Terry loss'
Chelsea will seriously miss the influence of John Terry following the departure of the long-serving centre-back, according to former Blues boss Roberto di Matteo.
Jun 19, 17:33
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Chelsea coach Eddie Newton takes interest in Sunderland job?
Chelsea coach Eddie Newton reportedly takes an interest in the vacant managerial position at Sunderland.
Jun 2, 10:42
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Norwich City interested in Union Berlin coach Jens Keller?
Norwich City are reportedly looking at the prospect of bringing in Union Berlin coach Jens Keller to fill their vacant managerial position at Carrow Road.
May 21, 12:52
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Preview: Atletico Madrid vs. Leicester City
Sports Mole previews Wednesday evening's Champions League quarter-final first-leg tie between Atletico Madrid and Leicester City at the Vicente Calderon.
Apr 10, 14:35
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Aston Villa chief: 'Promotion the target next season'
Aston Villa chief executive Keith Wyness admits that "there will be no excuses for us not to go up" to the Premier League in Steve Bruce's first full season in charge.
Mar 29, 21:26
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Steve Bruce: 'No big changes this summer'
Aston Villa manager Steve Bruce says that the club will not be spending big again this summer.
Mar 28, 14:12
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Report: Fiorentina to sign Aston Villa midfielder Carlos Sanchez permanently
Aston Villa midfielder Carlos Sanchez is said to be close to sealing a permanent switch to Serie A side Fiorentina, where he has been on loan this season.
Mar 26, 12:40
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Report: Aaron Tshibola to leave Aston Villa on loan in January
Out-of-favour Aston Villa midfielder Aaron Tshibola is reportedly looking to secure a loan move away from the West Midlands club in January.
Dec 22, 22:33
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Steve Bruce: 'No big Aston Villa spending in January'
Aston Villa manager Steve Bruce reveals that the club will not have "a huge big influx" of new players in January.
Dec 16, 14:03
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Aston Villa to launch bid for Norwich City winger?
Aston Villa are reportedly ready to launch a bid for Norwich City winger Robbie Brady during the January transfer window.
Dec 12, 18:40
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Dr Tony Xia targets Champions League for Aston Villa
Aston Villa owner Dr Tony Xia reveals his ambition to see the club playing in the Champions League within 'five to six years'.
Dec 3, 13:12
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Jack Grealish: "I've done bad stuff in the past"
Aston Villa midfielder Jack Grealish says that he is working hard to shed his bad-boy image and become "a role model for kids".
Nov 26, 13:34
Aston Villa manager Roberto Di Matteo before his side's Championship match against Nottingham Forest at Villa Park on September 11, 2016
Former Aston Villa boss attracting interest from 1860 Munich?
Former Aston Villa manager Roberto Di Matteo reportedly emerges as a managerial target for 1860 Munich.
Nov 26, 09:46
Victor Moses in action for Chelsea on October 1, 2016
Antonio Conte takes swipe at Jose Mourinho for 'underestimating' Victor Moses
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte takes aim at Jose Mourinho for 'underestimating' Victor Moses.
Nov 22, 15:17
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TeamPWDLFAGDPTS
1Manchester CityMan City32227376324473
2Arsenal32225575264971
3Liverpool32218372314171
4Aston Villa33196868491963
5Tottenham HotspurSpurs32186865491660
6Newcastle UnitedNewcastle321551269521750
7Manchester UnitedMan Utd32155124748-150
8West Ham UnitedWest Ham33139115258-648
9Chelsea31138106152947
10Brighton & Hove AlbionBrighton321111105250244
11Wolverhampton WanderersWolves32127134651-543
12Fulham33126154951-242
13Bournemouth32119124757-1042
14Crystal Palace3289153754-1733
15Brentford3388174758-1132
16Everton3298153248-1627
17Nottingham ForestNott'm Forest3379174258-1626
18Luton TownLuton3367204670-2425
19Burnley3348213368-3520
20Sheffield UnitedSheff Utd3237223084-5416


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