What did Benitez win at Chelsea?

In November 2012, he was appointed interim manager of Chelsea for the remainder of the season and he won the 2013 Europa League.

What trophy did Benitez win at Chelsea?

The crowning glory of his tenure was victory in the Europa League final, with Chelsea beating Benfica 2-1 in Amsterdam to lift the trophy. For 10 days, the Blues held the Europa League and Champions League titles simultaneously.

How many trophies has Rafa Benitez won?

Over the course of a distinguished managerial career, Rafael Benitez has forged a reputation as one of the most respected tacticians in world football. A winner of 13 major trophies, Benitez has lifted silverware in Spain, England and Italy. He was appointed Everton manager in June 2021, succeeding Carlo Ancelotti.

How long was Rafa Benitez at Chelsea?

Rafael "Rafa" Benítez Maudes (born 16 April 1960) is a football manager who was the interim manager of Chelsea F.C. for most of the 2012-13 season. Benitez was also the manager of Premier League rivals Liverpool from 2004-2010.

What trophies did Rafa Benitez win at Liverpool?

He was able to bring to bring two trophies to Liverpool, winning the UEFA Super Cup and the FA Cup.

Did Rafa Benitez win La Liga?

It was at Valencia that Benitez won the La Liga title in 2001/2 and 2003/4. He also won the UEFA Cup in 2004. He then moved onto Liverpool, where he guided the team to the memorable Champions League title on 2005. He added the FA Cup in 2006, before again reaching the Champions League final in 2007.

Did Benitez coach Chelsea?

Rafael Benitez was most recently the manager of Everton having also led Newcastle United, Liverpool and Chelsea in the Premier League.

Did Liverpool sack Rafa Benitez?

Former Liverpool manager Rafa Benitez has been sacked by Everton after only 19 league games. Blues fans are glad he has gone having never wanted him to start with.

Did Benitez win Europa League?

Rafael Benítez became the first manager to win the competition as both the UEFA Cup (in 2004) and as the UEFA Europa League (in 2013), a feat later achieved by José Mourinho, who won the UEFA Cup with Porto in 2003 and the UEFA Europa League with Manchester United in 2017.

Is Benitez a defensive manager?

Benitez is one of the last of a dying breed. He works on defensive shape from a low block, unheard of these days in the top half, and he expects his players to largely improvise on the counterattack when those around him (including Gerrard) are coaching specific set-pieces in open play, through rote learning.

What is Rafa Benitez style of play?

He instructs his players to attack quickly and directly towards goal after regains, and to vary whether they attack through the inside channels or with width.

How old is Ralf Rangnick?

Born June 29, 1958, Ralf Rangnick, na 63-year-old German football tactician.

Why Was Benitez sacked at Liverpool?

On 23 January 2021, Benítez left the club by mutual consent, citing concerns over the health and wellbeing of his family due to the COVID-19 pandemic as a reason for his departure.

Is Rafa Benitez finished?

Rafa Benitez has officially been sacked as Everton manager after a disastrous six-month spell in charge at Goodison Park. The club said in a brief, 40 word statement: "Everton Football Club can confirm the departure of Rafael Benitez as first team manager.

What did Benitez say about Chelsea?

"Chelsea is a big club with fantastic players, every manager wants to coach a such a big team," Benitez said in 2007. "But I would never take that job, in respect for my former team at Liverpool, no matter what. For me there is only one club in England, and that's Liverpool."

Did Rafa Benitez manage Real Madrid?

Coaching Career

Three seasons as coach of Castilla Youth "B" from 1986-87 to 1988-89. Coach of Real Madrid Juvenil "B", 1989-90. Coach of Real Madrid Juvenil "A" and half the 1990-91 season as coach of Real Madrid U-19. Real Madrid U-19 coach and Assistant Coach Real Madrid B, Division 2, 1991-92 and 1992-93 seasons.

Is Benitez going to Everton?

"Everton Football Club can confirm the departure of Rafael Benitez as first team manager," an Everton statement read. "Benitez, who joined Everton in June 2021, has left the club with immediate effect. "An update on a permanent replacement will be made in due course."