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Gianfranco Zola

coach05.07.1966 (57 years)height 168weight 67nationality Italy

11 May 2003

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Chelsea

Liverpool

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Gianfranco Zola highlights major Chelsea problem — it wasn't like this in the past

Gianfranco Zola highlights major Chelsea problem — it wasn't like this in the past

Speaking on talkSPORT, Gianfranco Zola said: "Some of Chelsea's current young players aren't ready, they need more time. They used to have a core team of four or five players with the likes of Frank Lampard, John Terry, Didier Drogba among a couple of others.

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'I thought he was best for the task': Zola delivers honest opinion on Pochettino

'I thought he was best for the task': Zola delivers honest opinion on Pochettino

Chelsea legend Gianfranco Zola still believes that Mauricio Pochettino is a good fit for the club, despite a tough first season at Stamford Bridge.He said on Up Front: "When they appointed him, I thought he was the best manager for the task because we had a project, we had to bring in young talent and develop them.

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'Criticism was the same when I came': Gianfranco Zola compares himself to... Jorginho

'Criticism was the same when I came': Gianfranco Zola compares himself to... Jorginho

Gianfranco Zola is a Chelsea legend and the Blues fans hold the Italian in high esteem 21 years after he left the club.The same cannot be said about Jorginho, who was a divisive figure among fans during his time at Stamford Bridge.

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'Players need to understand the DNA': Makelele talks Chelsea 'problem' & reasons behind his 2023 exit

'Players need to understand the DNA': Makelele talks Chelsea 'problem' & reasons behind his 2023 exit

Claude Makelele left Chelsea in September last year after four years working as a technical mentor to youngsters.“I went back to Chelsea after Roman [Abramovich], Frank [Lampard] and Petr [Cech] called me to try to make a development of the Chelsea DNA.

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'I packed my sh*t and said thank you very much': Obi Mikel names the player who ended his career at Chelsea

'I packed my sh*t and said thank you very much': Obi Mikel names the player who ended his career at Chelsea

Gianfranco Zola and John Obi Mikel had lots of good things to say about N'Golo Kante who moved to Al Ittihad this summer. On 'The Obi One Podcast' Obi Mikel said: "As soon as this guy came to the club, I knew my time was done.

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'He would put his head down and be like that': Zola names the most bored person in Maurizio Sarri's training

'He would put his head down and be like that': Zola names the most bored person in Maurizio Sarri's training

Gianfranco Zola spilled the beans about Eden Hazard driving Maurizio Sarri "crazy" back when Sarri managed Chelsea. Zola, a Blues legend, served as Sarri's assistant during the 2018-19 season, where Chelsea snagged third place in the Premier League and clinched the Europa League title.

4 months ago

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Chelsea legend's fresh comment on Bellingham makes Jude erupt in laughter

Chelsea legend's fresh comment on Bellingham makes Jude erupt in laughter

"I have to say, it makes me laugh," Chelsea legend Gianfranco Zola has told the media talking about Jude Bellingham's level."At 20 years old, I was still drinking milk from my mum!" the Italian added.

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'Let’s say dissatisfaction': Chelsea legend Zola names one problem for Pochettino

'Let’s say dissatisfaction': Chelsea legend Zola names one problem for Pochettino

Chelsea legend Gianfranco Zola shared his thoughts on the club's current form and what problems the team is facing right now."The supporters don’t identify with these players yet," Zola told the Times.

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'He gives me his blessing': Zola gives Caicedo seal of approval to wear his retired number 25 at Chelsea

'He gives me his blessing': Zola gives Caicedo seal of approval to wear his retired number 25 at Chelsea

Moises Caicedo will wear the no. 25 number at Chelsea.

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Caicedo's number at Chelsea confirmed – no one has worn it for 20 years

Caicedo's number at Chelsea confirmed – no one has worn it for 20 years

Moises Caicedo's number at Chelsea will be 25, as confirmed by his agency. The number has not been worn by anyone since the iconic Gianfranco Zola wore it.

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'He was fantastic': Sir Alex Ferguson names Chelsea star who constantly annoyed him during his playing career

'He was fantastic': Sir Alex Ferguson names Chelsea star who constantly annoyed him during his playing career

Sir Alex Ferguson has coached many of the world's top players during his two-decade period at Old Trafford. However, there was one opposition star who seemed to get under his skin more than most - former Chelsea player Gianfranco Zola.

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'How can you enjoy yourself playing against United?': One Chelsea player annoyed Sir Alex Ferguson

'How can you enjoy yourself playing against United?': One Chelsea player annoyed Sir Alex Ferguson

Former Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson achieved tremendous success in England but his team were often tormented by legendary Chelsea forward Gianfranco Zola. Speaking on Sky Sports Metro, Ferguson claimed Zola annoyed him by always enjoying himself when he played against Man United.

1 year ago

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'I was in the situation at Watford’: Zola gives opinion on if Potter should be sacked as Chelsea manager

'I was in the situation at Watford’: Zola gives opinion on if Potter should be sacked as Chelsea manager

In an interview with Sky Sports, former Chelsea star Gianfranco Zola was asked if Graham Potter should be sacked as manager. He replied: “Come on.

1 year ago

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Jorginho's no.5 or something unexpected? A look at Chelsea shirt numbers available to Enzo Fernandez

Jorginho's no.5 or something unexpected? A look at Chelsea shirt numbers available to Enzo Fernandez

Enzo Fernandez is officially a Chelsea player with the Blues confirming the €120 million transfer on Wednesday.Let's take a look at the shirt numbers available to the Argentine midfielder now that his move from Benfica is finally complete.

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Zola names 3 most-impressive midfielders in world football right now - including one Chelsea star

Zola names 3 most-impressive midfielders in world football right now - including one Chelsea star

"There are players who have come on very strong," The legendary Gianfranco Zola said in his interview with Marca. "I'm impressed with Chelsea's Mason Mount and how he's grown, and I also love Phil Foden.

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Chesea legend Zola dwarfed by fellow pundits in odd setting - fans react

Chesea legend Zola dwarfed by fellow pundits in odd setting - fans react

Chelsea legend Gianfranco Zola was dwarfed by his colleagues in an odd setting while working as a pundit for BT Sport. Zola was made to stand next to former Liverpool striker Peter Crouch - with Rio Ferdinand and Jamie Carragher standing to his left.

2 years ago

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Gianfranco Zola labels time at Chelsea 'most beautiful moment of my career'

Gianfranco Zola labels time at Chelsea 'most beautiful moment of my career'

Before the likes of Frank Lampard and John Terry became club legends, Gianfranco Zola was arguably the favourite of most Chelsea supporters.The forward dazzled the crowd at Stamford Bridge for years and has now labelled his time at Chelsea as the best of his career.

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'I liked Chelsea the way they were': Gianfranco Zola names one player he's worried about if Lukaku arrives

'I liked Chelsea the way they were': Gianfranco Zola names one player he's worried about if Lukaku arrives

"Chelsea had an extraordinary season last year, but the focus was always on the fact that they lacked a goalscorer," the club legend Gianfranco Zola told Tuttomercatoweb."They often created chances, and in some games, they were quite penalised.

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Chelsea fan gets schooled by Madridistas for suggesting Real Madrid should've retired Ramos' jersey

Chelsea fan gets schooled by Madridistas for suggesting Real Madrid should've retired Ramos' jersey

A Chelsea fan on Twitter Wale Adetona poked his mouth in the wrong place when he suggested that Real Madrid doesn't treat its legends well. This came after Madrid handed Sergio Ramos vacant No.

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'It would be deserved': Gianfranco Zola explains why Jorginho might battle Leo Messi for Ballon d'Or

'It would be deserved': Gianfranco Zola explains why Jorginho might battle Leo Messi for Ballon d'Or

"The Ballon d'Or is usually awarded to a striker or an offensive player who can score a lot," Gianfranco Zola told Stats Perform. "Now we are talking about a fantastic player like [Lionel] Messi who did extraordinary things for the first time with his national team – and this won’t go unnoticed.

2 years ago

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'My best match': Gianfranco Zola recalls Chelsea's incredible FA Cup comeback triumph against Liverpool

'My best match': Gianfranco Zola recalls Chelsea's incredible FA Cup comeback triumph against Liverpool

In the wake of Chelsea's FA Cup 5th round tie against Liverpool at Stamford Bridge, club legend Gianfranco Zola has taken a walk down the memory lane to relive the Blues' incredible comeback triumph against the Merseysiders back in the 1996-97 edition of the tournament.Chelsea trailed 2-0 at the interval courtesy of goals from Robbie Fowler and Stan Collymore but a tactical masterstroke from manager Ruud Gullit to introduce Mark Hughes sparked a dramatic turnaround for the Blues in the second half.

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PL REWIND: Watch Zola's lovely chipped assist and Poyet's sensational volleyed finish (video)

PL REWIND: Watch Zola's lovely chipped assist and Poyet's sensational volleyed finish (video)

The 1999-00 season hold a special place in our heart for the Blues' FA Cup triumph under Gianluca Vialli but here's a rewind of a truly special goal and an assist in the Premier League from our legendary duo. Poyet went on to score 10 goals in the Premier League that season, finishing the campaign as the joint top-scorer alongside our current loan manager Tore Andre Flo, as Chelsea secured the 5th position.

4 years ago

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Chelsea legend Gianfranco Zola 'pops in to say hello' at Stamford Bridge

Chelsea legend Gianfranco Zola 'pops in to say hello' at Stamford Bridge

Gianfranco Zola has visited Stamford Bridge the club's official Twitter account has reported. The purpose of his visit remains unknown.

4 years ago

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'It wasn't easy convincing him to use different methods': Gianfranco Zola opens up on his spell with Maurizio Sarri at Chelsea

'It wasn't easy convincing him to use different methods': Gianfranco Zola opens up on his spell with Maurizio Sarri at Chelsea

"My season with Sarri was difficult, but exceptional in a professional sense," Gianfranco Zola told La Gazzetta dello Sport."It's difficult because Sarri has a strong personality, he works very hard and has a high opinion of his own ideas.

4 years ago

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Four incredible Chelsea five-a-side teams: pick your favourite one

Four incredible Chelsea five-a-side teams: pick your favourite one

Hazard + Makelele? Terry + Zola? Lampard + Costa? Drogba + anyone really?

4 years ago

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Zola admits Sarri's Chelsea failed to spot Tomori's potential

Zola admits Sarri's Chelsea failed to spot Tomori's potential

Gianfranco Zola concedes Maurizio Sarri's Chelsea should've seen Fikayo Tomori's incredible potential last season and keep him at Stamford Bridge.Speaking to the Evening Standard about the centre-back, the Italian said: "Last year we had him [Tomori] in the pre-season and we couldn't see all the qualities that he is showing now.

4 years ago

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Zola: 'Mason Mount is not surprising me'

Zola: 'Mason Mount is not surprising me'

Ex-Chelsea player is hardly surprised by Mason Mount's progress at Chelsea - after all our ex-boss always knew Mount's capabilities. "Mason Mount is not surprising me because I saw the videos of him playing in Holland and Derby.

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Gianfranco Zola opens the lid on his future plans after leaving Chelsea

Gianfranco Zola opens the lid on his future plans after leaving Chelsea

Chelsea great Gianfranco Zola will not rush back in football after being released as the Blues' assistant manager at the end of the last season.The Italian has already indicated he wants to return into the management but as his previous experience shows, coming into a team mid-season is far from perfect.

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Zola lifts the lid on Kepa refusal to be subbed off in Carabao Cup final against City

Zola lifts the lid on Kepa refusal to be subbed off in Carabao Cup final against City

Kepa Arrizabalaga caused a lot of controversy in February when Chelsea were battling against Manchester City in the Carabao Cup final.Maurizio Sarri decided to sub the Spaniard off for Willy Caballero as the starting goalkeeper was seemingly injured, however, the 24-year-old refused to leave the pitch.

4 years ago

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Zola: 'In the end, Abraham will get to the level he needs to be'

Zola: 'In the end, Abraham will get to the level he needs to be'

Former Chelsea assistant Gianfranco Zola offered his opinion on the impact Tammy Abraham will have at Chelsea during the season.Despite the rough start, the young striker has the potential to deliver as No.

4 years ago

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Zola doesn't see Zouma in starting XI once Rudiger is available

Zola doesn't see Zouma in starting XI once Rudiger is available

The Blues were beaten by United 4-0 at Old Trafford on Sunday. Kurt Zouma 'helped' the Red Devils to open the score in the first half by giving them a penalty for a foul on Marcus Rashford.

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Zola urges Chelsea to give Lampard enough time to fulfil his managerial potential

Zola urges Chelsea to give Lampard enough time to fulfil his managerial potential

In his second season as a manager, Frank Lampard will be in charge of Chelsea. Gianfranco Zola has shared thoughts on the Blues' new boss speaking to talkSPORT:"It will be a very demanding job for Frank.

4 years ago

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'I prefer to suffer with Lampard & enjoy later than suffer with Sarri': Fans respond to Zola's claim

'I prefer to suffer with Lampard & enjoy later than suffer with Sarri': Fans respond to Zola's claim

Gianfranco Zola leaves Chelsea with the conviction Sarriball was misunderstood and not given enough time. Our users believe otherwise•••Alfred Akossou wrote: ''I thought it was Sarri who asked to leave and not the other way round.

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Gianfranco Zola: Chelsea would have benefited if Sarri had stayed for another year

Gianfranco Zola: Chelsea would have benefited if Sarri had stayed for another year

Sarri left Chelsea after just a year in charge of the club. The 60-year-old finished his spell on a high note by winning the Europa League trophy.

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BIG TOPIC DISCUSSION: Was it a mistake to release Zola from his assistant manager job?

BIG TOPIC DISCUSSION: Was it a mistake to release Zola from his assistant manager job?

Share your answers in the comments!

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Zola disappointed by Chelsea exit: 'I found out quite late and other manager positions have all been sorted out'

Zola disappointed by Chelsea exit: 'I found out quite late and other manager positions have all been sorted out'

Former Chelsea assistant Gianfranco Zola admits that he was left feeling disappointed after the Blues decided not to extend his contract beyond the last season.It left the Blues legend out of job, and he bemoans that he had to find out about that too late.

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'Proud to have helped': Zola bids farewell to Chelsea

'Proud to have helped': Zola bids farewell to Chelsea

Gianfranco Zola has bid farewell to Chelsea after the club's announcement that the Italian will not go on on the club's coaching staff."As I leave Chelsea Football Club, I wish to say thank you to all the fans, players and staff for their incredible support during the past season," his letter says.

4 years ago

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Official: Zola leaves Chelsea

Official: Zola leaves Chelsea

Gianfranco Zola has quitted the role of Chelsea assistant manager, the club confirmed through the official website.The former Blues' striker helped Maurizio Sarri in the latter's only season at Stamford Bridge.

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4 former Blues ranked among greatest foreign players in the Premier League

4 former Blues ranked among greatest foreign players in the Premier League

Here is the complete list:20. David Ginola19.

4 years ago

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Italian media: 5 members of Sarri's staff at Chelsea to follow him to Juve

Italian media: 5 members of Sarri's staff at Chelsea to follow him to Juve

Italian sources have revealed which members of Maurizio Sarri's staff at Chelsea will join him at Juventus.According to Corriere Torino, these specialists do not include Gianfranco Zola who, as his agent has announced, will not remain at Chelsea either in order to resume his management career.

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