Ivanovic: Winner beyond dreams

Ivanovic: Winner beyond dreams

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Branislav Ivanovic had described the Europa League final as his opportunity for glory, but admits he is struggling to digest his decisive goal.

Benfica keeper Artur takes positives from Europa League final defeat

Benfica keeper Artur takes positives from Europa League final defeat

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Benfica goalkeeper Artur attempted to focus on the positives despite his side's last-gasp defeat to Chelsea in the Europa League final on Wednesday night.

Chelsea duo salute Benitez

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Chelsea defenders David Luiz and Cesar Azpilicueta saluted interim boss Rafa Benitez after he guided the Blues to Europa League glory.

Cole: Euro glory a team effort

Cole: Euro glory a team effort

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Ashley Cole praised the collective will of Chelsea following the last-gasp Europa League win in Amsterdam.

Benfica coach Jorge Jesus insists his side did not deserve to lose Europa League final against Chelsea

Benfica coach Jorge Jesus insists his side did not deserve to lose Europa League final against Chelsea

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Benfica coach Jorge Jesus reflected on the 2-1 defeat to Chelsea and insisted his side would have been "worthy winners" of the Europa League.

Europa League final pictures

Europa League final pictures

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All the best pictures from a dramatic Europa League final between Benfica and Chelsea in Amsterdam.

Europa League: Chelsea boss Rafa Benitez basks in final glory

Europa League: Chelsea boss Rafa Benitez basks in final glory

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Rafa Benitez paid tribute to the performance of his Chelsea side after their dramatic Europa League final victory over Benfica.

Terry misses Europa League final

Terry misses Europa League final

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Chelsea captain John Terry missed a second successive European final as Frank Lampard led the Blues into the Europa League final with Benfica.

Blues is the colour, trophies are the game

Blues is the colour, trophies are the game

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With Chelsea in Europa League final action on Wednesday night, FanZoner Dylan Clive praises the club for reaching another European showpiece.

Blue is the colour, trophies are the game

Blue is the colour, trophies are the game

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With Chelsea in Europa League final action on Wednesday night, FanZoner Dylan Clive praises the club for reaching another European showpiece.

Premier League: Chelsea boss Rafa Benitez believes real success takes time

Premier League: Chelsea boss Rafa Benitez believes real success takes time

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Chelsea boss Rafa Benitez believes success is craved too quickly in England and sides are not able to develop.

Chelsea's Frank Lampard focused amid reportedly agreeing new deal

Chelsea's Frank Lampard focused amid reportedly agreeing new deal

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Frank Lampard is focused on the present at Chelsea amid reports he has been handed a new one-year contract.

Benitez wants to prove point

Benitez wants to prove point

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Rafael Benitez is convinced if Chelsea win the Europa League it will finally be accepted he has done a good job at the Stamford Bridge.

Lampard won't jinx final glory

Lampard won't jinx final glory

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Frank Lampard hasn't discussed whether it will be he or John Terry who lifts the Europa League cup as he thinks it may jinx Chelsea's chances.

Hazard ruled out of Europa final

Hazard ruled out of Europa final

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Chelsea forward Eden Hazard is out of the Europa League final with Benfica due to a hamstring injury, but captain John Terry could make it.

Europa League: Benfica coach Jorge Jesus denies using Chelsea dirty tricks

Europa League: Benfica coach Jorge Jesus denies using Chelsea dirty tricks

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Jorge Jesus has denied that his Benfica team have resorted to dirty tricks in a bid to gain a psychological edge over Chelsea ahead of the Europa League final.

Europa League: Trophy drought no burden for Benfica boss Jorge Jesus

Europa League: Trophy drought no burden for Benfica boss Jorge Jesus

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Benfica manager Jorge Jesus will not let the hoodoo of a 51-year European trophy drought distract his players from beating Chelsea to Europa League glory on Wednesday night.

Chelsea's David Luiz explains laughing at Rafael dismissal

Chelsea's David Luiz explains laughing at Rafael dismissal

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Chelsea star David Luiz has hit back at claims of being unprofessional by saying he respects everyone on the pitch.

Scotland narrowly miss out

Scotland narrowly miss out

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Scotland have narrowly missed out on being awarded a fair play place by UEFA in next season's Europa League.

Mata sets sights on Euro double

Mata sets sights on Euro double

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Juan Mata hopes Chelsea can emulate Jose Mourinho's Porto by winning back-to-back European trophies this week.

Chelsea captain John Terry fears he will miss Europa League final

Chelsea captain John Terry fears he will miss Europa League final

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Chelsea captain John Terry admits he is unsure if he will be fit for Wednesday's Europa League final against Benfica.

Chelsea quiet on the fitness of John Terry and playmaker Eden Hazard

Chelsea quiet on the fitness of John Terry and playmaker Eden Hazard

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Chelsea plan to remain quiet on the fitness of captain John Terry and playmaker Eden Hazard ahead of the trip to Amsterdam for Wednesday's Europa League final with Benfica.

Ivanovic hopes for happy ending

Ivanovic hopes for happy ending

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Branislav Ivanovic is hoping for a silver lining for Chelsea in the Europa League final with Benfica after another tumultuous season.

Azpilicueta targets silver lining

Azpilicueta targets silver lining

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The 23-year-old former Osasuna and Marseille right-back has established himself as a first-choice for Chelsea and in February won his first cap for world and European champions Spain.

No more final tickets for Blues

No more final tickets for Blues

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UEFA is adamant that Chelsea will not receive any more tickets for the Europa League final despite protests from fans of the west London club.

Chelsea defender Branislav Ivanovic is relishing the challenges ahead

Chelsea defender Branislav Ivanovic is relishing the challenges ahead

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Chelsea defender Branislav Ivanovic is delighted the team have a chance to finish the campaign on a high.

Luiz wants more European glory

Luiz wants more European glory

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David Luiz is determined to finish his second season at Chelsea in the manner his first ended - with a European trophy.

Rafa revolution should be applauded

Rafa revolution should be applauded

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The turnaround at Chelsea under Rafael Benitez has been remarkable given the circumstances, says TEAMtalk guest Frank Malley.

Europa League: Rafa Benitez urges Chelsea to go on and lift trophy

Europa League: Rafa Benitez urges Chelsea to go on and lift trophy

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Chelsea boss Rafa Benitez has urged his side to take their last opportunity to claim a trophy after reaching the Europa League final.

Europa League: Benfica overcome Fenerbahce to book final date with Chelsea

Europa League: Benfica overcome Fenerbahce to book final date with Chelsea

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Oscar Cardozo struck twice in a 3-1 win for Benfica as they overturned a first-leg deficit to reach the Europa League final at the expense of Fenerbahce.