(CNN) -- Chelsea has rewarded Roberto di Matteo for guiding the English club to its first European Champions League triumph by appointing him as manager on a permanent basis. The Italian, who also guided the London team to English FA Cup glory, has been handed a two-year contract. The former Chelsea midfielder took temporary charge of the team following the sacking of Andre Villas-Boas in March, having previously served as the Portuguese's assistant. "Chelsea football club is delighted to announce that Roberto Di Matteo has been appointed manager and first-team coach on a permanent basis," the four-time English champion's website reported Wednesday.
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Roberto di Matteo has been appointed permanent manager of Chelsea
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The Italian guided Chelsea to their first European Champions League triumph in May
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Former Chelsea player also led the club to FA Cup success
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