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Capello plays down Chelsea link
Mar 21, 2013 17:29 EDT
Russia coach Fabio Capello insists he has had no contact with Chelsea after being linked with a move to the Premier League club.
Ugly scenes can't ruin Lampard milestone, says Benitez
Mar 17, 2013 22:08 EDT
Rafael Benitez insisted the ugly scenes sparked by Frank Lampard's 200th goal for Chelsea in the 2-0 win over West Ham shouldn't overshadow the England midfielder's landmark achievement.
Lampard sends Chelsea third as Spurs stumble
Mar 17, 2013 21:52 EDT
Frank Lampard scored his 200th Chelsea goal as his side beat West Ham United 2-0 to snatch third place in the Premier League from faltering London rivals Tottenham Hotspur.
Lampard's landmark goal lifts Chelsea up to third
Mar 17, 2013 14:50 EDT
Frank Lampard scored his 200th Chelsea goal as the Blues climbed to third in the Premier League with a 2-0 victory over West Ham in Sunday's London derby at Stamford Bridge.
No margin for error, Chelsea's Hazard warns
Mar 17, 2013 01:12 EDT
Eden Hazard admits Chelsea have no margin for error as the Blues try to remain in control of the race to qualify for the Champions League.
Arsenal beat Swansea to close on top four
Mar 16, 2013 13:25 EDT
Arsenal bounced back from their Champions League exit to step up their challenge for a top-four Premier League finish as goals from Nacho Monreal and Gervinho secured a 2-0 win at Swansea City on Saturday.
Ferguson casts doubt on Ferdinand's England recall
Mar 15, 2013 09:27 EDT
Alex Ferguson says it is not certain that recalled Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand will take his place in the England squad for their forthcoming internationals with San Marino and Montenegro.
Bale-less Spurs ready for Inter
Mar 13, 2013 22:30 EDT
A Tottenham side missing Gareth Bale and fellow Londoners Chelsea will be seeking to book quarter-final berths in the Europa League on Thursday, but the Blues will have to do things the hard way after a first-leg defeat at Steaua Bucharest.
Nigerian Emeghara stars in Italy
Mar 11, 2013 12:45 EDT
Nigerian Innocent Emeghara scored one goal and created the other as Siena won 2-1 at Palermo in a weekend Serie A relegation clash.
De Gea kept us in the FA Cup, admits Ferguson
Mar 11, 2013 02:56 EDT
Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson hailed goalkeeper David de Gea after his superb late save against Chelsea kept the Premier League leaders in the FA Cup.
Benitez accuses Ferguson in 'education' jibe
Mar 10, 2013 16:37 EDT
Chelsea interim coach Rafael Benitez has risked sparking a fresh war with Alex Ferguson by appearing to question the Manchester United manager's "education".
Chelsea roar back to defy United in FA Cup
Mar 10, 2013 15:55 EDT
Holders Chelsea stormed back from two goals down to draw 2-2 against Manchester United at Old Trafford on Sunday and take their FA Cup quarter-final to a replay.
Chelsea hit back to frustrate United
Mar 10, 2013 14:29 EDT
Chelsea staged a dramatic second half fightback to rescue a 2-2 draw at Manchester United in the FA Cup quarter-finals on Sunday.
Rooney returns to United starting XI
Mar 10, 2013 12:14 EDT
Wayne Rooney returned to Manchester United's starting line-up for their FA Cup quarter-final at home to Chelsea on Sunday.
Spurs lift Brits' Euro gloom after Chelsea sink
Mar 07, 2013 18:35 EST
Gareth Bale boosted his sky-rocketing profile with one of the goals which helped Tottenham shock Inter Milan 3-0 on Thursday and help lift Britain's European gloom.
Chelsea slump as Brits' Euro hangover goes on
Mar 07, 2013 15:17 EST
Britain's roller-coaster European ride endured a couple of Europa League twists Thursday when Chelsea slumped to a 1-0 loss at Steaua Bucharest while Newcastle carved out a 0-0 draw against Anzhi Makhachkala.
Tottenham-Inter clash highlight of Europa last 16
Mar 07, 2013 05:47 EST
They could be forgiven for dreaming of more lucrative adventures in the Champions League come next season, but on Thursday both Tottenham and Chelsea will have their eyes focused on a place in the Europa League quarter-finals.
Tottenham-Inter clash highlight of Europa last 16
Mar 06, 2013 21:32 EST
They could both be forgiven for dreaming of more lucrative adventures in the Champions League come next season, but on Thursday Chelsea and Tottenham will have their eyes focused on a place in the Europa League quarter-finals.
Mancini demands City make United fight for title
Mar 03, 2013 21:16 EST
Roberto Mancini has called on Manchester City to use last week's victory over Chelsea as inspiration to keep the pressure on Manchester United when the champions travel to Aston Villa on Monday.
Benitez tries to make peace after stormy week
Mar 02, 2013 19:37 EST
Rafael Benitez tried to end his war with Chelsea's fans after the Blues interim manager ended a turbulent week by leading his side to a 1-0 victory at home to West Bromwich Albion.
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| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Full name | Rafael Benítez Maudes | ||
| Date of birth | 16 April 1960 | ||
| Place of birth | Madrid, Spain | ||
| Height | 5 ft 9 in (1.75 m)[1] | ||
| Playing position | Midfielder | ||
| Club information | |||
| Current club | Liverpool (manager) | ||
| Youth career | |||
| 197?– | Real Madrid Aficionados | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps (Gls)† | |
| 1974–1981 | Castilla CF | 247 (7) | |
| 1981–1985 | AD Parla | 124 (8) | |
| 1985–1986 | Linares CF | 34 (7) | |
| Total | 405 (22) | ||
| National team | |||
| 1979–1981 | Spain Universities XI | 5 (?) | |
| Teams managed | |||
| 1986–1989 | Castilla Youth B | ||
| 1989–1991 | Real Madrid Youth B | ||
| 1991–1993 | Real Madrid U-19s | ||
| 1993–1995 | Real Madrid B | ||
| 1995–1996 | Real Valladolid | ||
| 1996–1997 | Osasuna | ||
| 1997–1999 | Extremadura | ||
| 2000–2001 | Tenerife | ||
| 2001–2004 | Valencia | ||
| 2004– | Liverpool | ||
| * Senior club appearances and goals counted for the domestic league only. † Appearances (Goals). | |||
