Ancelotti happy with ‘lucky man’ tag

CARLO ANCELOTTI is hoping to capitalise on his luck today when Chelsea entertain Sunderland at Stamford Bridge.

The Italian coach admits he is a “lucky man” after last weekend saw Manchester United and Arsenal both drop points in the race for the title.

United failed to overtake the Blues at the top of the table after drawing at Birmingham while Arsenal were held at the Emirates by Everton.

“I am a lucky man,” admitted Ancelotti. “Maybe, for a coach, it’s better to be lucky than a good manager.

“I think Manchester United and Arsenal drew difficult games and we maintained our position at the top of the table with a game in hand on Manchester United.

“This is good, but now we have to play and win. We can improve our position in the next few months. Sunderland will not be an easy game, but we can improve our position. We want to do that.

“Every team is dangerous. For the title, Arsenal are very close to us. But, if it’s possible, we have to arrive in the game against Arsenal next month with more points than them. Then, we hope to beat them at home.

“Man City are doing very well and are a very dangerous team with a lot of quality, a lot of players with strong quality.

“We have to pay attention to them. I don’t know if it’s too early for them. If they do a good job, they can win the title. That’s normal."