Capello backing Scolari

England boss predicts big season for Chelsea

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Capello backing Scolari

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England coach Fabio Capello thinks new Chelsea boss Luiz Felipe Scolari will make a big impact on the Premier League.

Capello knows Scolari well, listing him as a good friend, and he is feels the Brazilian will make a big impact.

Indeed, the England boss suggests Chelsea will push champions Manchester United hard next term.

"It will be very dangerous for United," Capello told Sky Sports News.

"I know him because I met him a lot of times in Rome when he arrived because of a lot of Brazilian players.

"He is a good man, with good experience and he is the perfect man and manager for Chelsea.

"It will be very interesting for Scolari next season."