EVERTON manager David Moyes has earned the praise of his Chelsea counterpart Guus Hiddink as the two managers prepare to lead their teams out at Wembley for the FA Cup final in just three days’ time.

Hiddink said: "I respect very much how David Moyes has made his team, not having the highest budget, and managing a team like that shows he is a very good professional.

"Everton are a tough team. They have shown it twice against Chelsea with two draws. They have very good tactical discipline and on top of that they have quality players who can make a difference.

"They have very skilful and smart players and are a difficult team to play against."

Nevertheless, the Dutchman believes his Chelsea squad have the experience to handle the tension of an emotional FA Cup final on Saturday.

Hiddink will sign off as Chelsea coach and return to his position in Russia after the final. Although many of the club’s star players have urged Hiddink to stay at Stamford Bridge, he is determined to guide Russia into the World Cup finals in South Africa next year.

The final is Chelsea’s last chance to win some silverware this season but Hiddink is convinced they can cope with all the pressure.

"The thing is to control your nerves and the players have a lot of experience," Hiddink said.

"The tension will come out automatically and I am sure our players can handle that."

However, Hiddink will not have the satisfaction of joining the players on a parade through Chelsea if they lift the trophy for the second time in three years after the club confirmed there will be no such celebrations.