Former Schalke defender Jens Keller believes Roberto Di Matteo can lead his side to a positive result against Chelsea on Tuesday.
Die Konigsblauen host Jose Mourinho's Group G leaders at the Veltins-Arena in the fifth Champions League fixture and despite the odds being against them, Keller is confident of success.
The 44-year old, who also managed the Gelsenkirchen club before he was succeeded by Di Matteo in October, is of the belief that the former Chelsea boss will be looking for something special when his Bundesliga side strive to go one better than the 1-1 draw with the Blues in the opening group stage fixture.
"Chelsea will have a lot of confidence coming into the game after their wins in the league," said Keller.
"But if we show our strengths again then we can pick up a point or even win the game against Chelsea.
"It's always special when you play against your ex-club and as a player you want to put in a good performance.
"But for a manager, they aren't on the pitch and the team have to implement what he wants. But I think that it'll be something special for him in every way."
