Our Italian boss will be in charge of the first team for the first time in a competitive game when play our first game,first London derby of the season against West Ham on Monday night.

The whole team will be hoping to write a new chapter after last season's woes which our according to Conte gives us an edge.

'I think last season was bad for all the players,not just one,two or three.It's important we don't forget last season because if we remember it we have more strength.But now we have to think about the present and build a good future for Chelsea,the fans and the club'.

Looking forward to what he sees as a tough season,Conte believes the squad is ready for the challenge which begins with a derby vs West Ham.
'The match will be very tough,I'm sure about this.We face a strong team,they had a good season last year,they have a good manager and good players that are very physical and fast with great talent'.
'It's a derby and we know these games are very tough'.

'But,we want to play,to start the season and give our fans satisfaction.We will try to fight,to do our best to win the game because it is important to start in the right way'.
'To start with a derby is tough but I'm excited' enthused Conte.

The blues have an enviable record to protect against West Ham having not lost an opening game since loosing against Coventry in 1998.
Are You Ready Blues?