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Banishing more than just eight years of affliction and obsession: Chelsea’s Munich destiny

Banishing more than just eight years of affliction and obsession: Chelsea’s Munich destiny

May 17, 2012 by Ciaran Kelly

Ciaran Kelly looks at the wider impact a Champions League win would have on the Chelsea and its history.

Shades of Guus Hiddink: Why Roberto Di Matteo deserves credit

Shades of Guus Hiddink: Why Roberto Di Matteo deserves credit

April 24, 2012 by Ciaran Kelly

Ciaran Kelly believes that Roberto Di Matteo has done an excellent job at Chelsea since taking the reins.

Maldini and Milan: The Perfect Partnership

Maldini and Milan: The Perfect Partnership

January 16, 2012 by Ciaran Kelly

Ciaran Kelly hails Italian and AC Milan legend Paolo Maldini.

Zinedine Zidane: The Flawed Genius

Zinedine Zidane: The Flawed Genius

December 7, 2011 by Ciaran Kelly

Ciaran Kelly is back with another fantastic read and this time out his focus is on French legend Zidane Zidane.

Gianfranco Zola – Chelsea’s Greatest Player of All-Time

Gianfranco Zola – Chelsea’s Greatest Player of All-Time

July 5, 2011 by Ciaran Kelly

Gianfranco Zola turns 45 today and Ciaran Kelly pays tribute to the Chelsea legend.

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