Frank Lampard content with minor role

Frank Lampard has claimed that Roberto Di Matteo has given Chelsea fresh confidence since taking over as caretaker manager.

Di Matteo filled the void left by Andre Villas-Boas's sacking and Lampard admits that the Italian's simple approach is benefiting the team.

The England midfielder told BBC Radio Five Live: "The number one makes the decisions and he is revelling in making those decisions. He has kept it very simple. It's a case of getting a confidence and passion through the team and, in the results we've had, you'd say he has done that."

Despite not starting Chelsea's Champions League quarter-final win over Benfica last week, Lampard admits that Di Matteo's handling of the situation was far more preferable than how similar decisions were made by Villas-Boas.

"I spoke with Robbie and certainly had no issue with it. I was delighted to get the result we got. I came on in the last 20 minutes, anyway," added Lampard.

The Blues welcome Benfica to Stamford Bridge on Wednesday evening for the second leg of their tie.