Gianfranco Zola has backed his former Chelsea teammate Roberto Di Matteo to be successful during his interim stint in charge at Stamford Bridge.
The 41-year-old was handed temporary charge of the team following the sacking of Andre Villas-Boas on Sunday afternoon.
Zola believes that Di Matteo's previous connections with the club will hold him in good stead.
"Roberto has got a big opportunity and I personally believe he's got the qualities to do a good job," Zola told Sky Sports News.
"I really hope that he's going to do well.
"He's a Chelsea boy as well, he's a Chelsea hero, and so he's well represented."
Di Matteo has previously managed MK Dons and West Bromwich Albion.
