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‘Track suit manager’ Antonio Conte produces typical emotional display on sidelines in Chelsea’s pre-season friendly

Italian replaced suave Euro 2016 suit for hooded jumper and jogging bottoms in first game since taking over as Blues boss

ANTONIO CONTE proved he is a track suit manager at heart.

But, despite losing his suave Euro 2016 suit for Chelsea’s first pre-season clash against Rapid Vienna, the Italian hasn’t lost any of his touchline dramatics.

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Antonio Conte passionately shouts orders at Chelsea players in ViennaCredit: Reuters
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Antonio Conte produces typical emotional antics on sidelines for ChelseaCredit: EPA

The former Juventus and Italy boss reproduced his emotional antics as he wore the Chelsea hooded jumper and jogging bottoms for the first time.

Conte earned many fans in France for his passion and commitment from the sidelines as Italy reached the quarter-finals at Euro 2016.

His energetic celebrations at beating Spain in the last -16 were one of the tournament’s highlights.

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Antonio Conte in his tracksuit instead of suits he wore at Euro 2016Credit: Reuters
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Antonio Conte takes charge of Chelsea for first time since being named managerCredit: EPA
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Willian in action for Chelsea during pre-season friendly against Rapid ViennaCredit: Reuters
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Antonio Conte earned plenty of fans for touchline antics during Euro 2016Credit: ANSA

Conte gave Chelsea fans just a glimpse of what to expect this season.

The Italian was at Juventus manager for three years — winning the Serie A title every time.

And then took over as boss of the national team.

Chelsea currently trail 1-0 through Joelinton’s early goal.

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