Emma Hayes: Chelseas other Special One on brink of league title glory

The former Arsenal assistant has overseen a miraculous change in fortunes for Chelsea Ladies, who could seal the Womens Super League title if results go their way this weekend

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Six years ago Emma Hayes stood at a major crossroads in her life. Having just helped Arsenal Ladies to complete an historic quadruple in winning the Uefa Cup as assistant coach to the legendary Vic Akers, she was faced with job offers from three different football clubs. Hayes had no idea which one to go for.

One of her mentors recommended that she see a clairvoyant. The 37-year-old laughs at the memory of it now, but Id just had three unbelievable offers, three very confusing offers to take over from Vic at Arsenal, or go to America and coach Chicago Red Stars or St Louis. I walked into the room, sat down and this woman turned the cards over. She said: Its none of them. Youre going to have an absolutely massive future with Chelsea. Hayes chose Arsenal. Then, in a panic, ran home through the rain and phoned Chicago. She had changed her mind.

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