2004–2007 · The Special One

Chelsea

Trophies: 2× Premier League, FA Cup, 2× League Cup

• Introduced himself as 'a special one' and won Chelsea's first league title in 50 years in his first season.
• His 2004-05 side conceded just 15 league goals, a Premier League record.
• Terry, Lampard, Drogba and Čech became the spine of a team that retained the title in 2006.
• Left by mutual consent in September 2007 after disagreements with owner Roman Abramovich.