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- Updated: November 18, 2016
Antonio Conte says the Premier League stands out for its competitiveness and quality across all teams.
The Chelsea manager, who has enjoyed fine form of late with the Blues, has his side sitting second in the Premier League table having finished 10th last season.
After arriving in the summer, Conte says he did not realise how tough the Premier League was, and insists the spread of quality makes it unique.
Conte told Sky Sports: “This league is very tough. When you play in this league you understand that. It has good players, great talent and a good intensity, good passes.
“It is also very difficult to manage here. Yes, you may be winning 1-0, 2-0, but the game is open until the end, and it is important to concentrate until the end.
“You try to prepare to face the Premier League, but when you play in this league, you understand how tough it is. In every team there …
