The remarkable rise of Chelsea's little-known interim boss

The remarkable rise of Chelsea's little-known interim bossImage source, Getty ImagesImage caption, Calum McFarlane took charge of Chelsea for their 1-1 draw at Manchester City on 4 JanuaryByNizaar KinsellaFootball reporterPublished6 minutes agoIt's an incredible rise, one which Calum McFarlane himself describes as a "whirlwind".He was not a professional player, and has never been a permanent manager before. But he worked his way diligently up through the grassroots game to the elite level - and now, again, he is Chelsea's caretaker manager following Liam Rosenior's sacking on Wednesday.The 40-year-old will begin his second spell in temporary charge at the grandest surroundings - Wembley. McFarlane has only previously visited the ground as a spectator.In his initial two-game spell in January, McFarlane replaced Enzo Maresca. His first senior match at the helm was a 1-1 draw at Manchester City, against Pep Guardiola, who took charge of his 1,012th match.He takes over again at a time of pressure of Chelsea, on a run five league defeats which has pushed them out of Champions League contention.In the background, there have been fan protests - the continuing tension highlighted by one of McFarlane's former grassroots clubs receiving abuse on social media since he was put in caretaker charge. Having been promoted from Under-21s manager to first-team coach under Rosenior, McFarlane said he was "gutted" about this week's events. He could now get a six-game spell in charge if they reach the FA Cup final. "It's a whirlwind, but what happens, happens," he said. "I know it's been tough recently but there's a lot of talent. "Some of those players in there are some of the best players in the world for their position. There's still a belief within us. We can turn this around and get our season back on track."So how did McFarlane get here? This is his story.Chance meeting that led to Arcti...