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Enzo Maresca
Enzo Maresca was discussing Chelsea’s readiness for winning titles when he commented on the nature of goals his team concedes.
Enzo Maresca said, “They are not going to concede the goal we conceded. We conceded the goal on 90 minutes, throw-in for us, we conceded a goal. A team that knows how to win titles, that goal they are not going to concede. This is one of the reasons why I continue to say we are not ready for titles, even if you don’t believe me or you think that I say that for…”
Enzo Maresca was responding to a question about Cucurella’s behavior during the match and whether it would be addressed.
Enzo Maresca said, “It’s Frank’s opinion, not mine. I have nothing to say.”
When asked about Marc Cucurella’s performance and the potential discipline issues within the team, Maresca expressed his satisfaction with Cucurella’s play and acknowledged areas for improvement.
Enzo Maresca said, “Cucurella was top on the ball and off the ball, together with the other 10, they were fantastic. We are happy and delighted with Marc’s performance tonight.”
Enzo Maresca addressed concerns about Chelsea’s discipline, specifically in managing certain game moments and the potential impact of suspensions.
Enzo Maresca said, “No, no. I’ve said many times we can do many things better; the way we attack and the way we defend but also the way we need to manage some moments. This is probably one of the moments we can improve but overall, with the spirit of the team, we know that sometimes you can receive some yellow cards.”
He continued the conversation about squad depth, reflecting on how Chelsea managed player absences and injuries.
Enzo Maresca said, “Yes, but Cucu will be suspended and there will be another one in his place. Pedro [Neto] was suspended tonight and Noni’s [Madueke’s] performance was top. The way he worked off the ball, the way he sacrificed, the ways he fought off the ball. We had Joao [Felix] and Romeo [Lavia] that can probably be available for the next one.”
Maresca also took the opportunity to address comments regarding Chelsea’s perceived large squad.
Enzo Maresca said, “We have 24 players. I don’t know about the rest of the Premier League clubs. If we have a big squad, then it means that most of the Premier League clubs have a big squad. Because we are at Chelsea, we have 45 players, every time it is a big squad.”
The Chelsea head coach reacted to fans’ support and chants during the game, expressing his happiness about the connection with the supporters.
Enzo Maresca said, “Very happy. As I said already last time, especially because we can see them happy. We work every day to have that kind of moment; especially at the end of the game. But it is just because of the players – the spirit they showed tonight was unbelievable.”
Lastly, Maresca discussed the prospect of Chelsea’s title chances and welcomed fans’ dreams but provided his pragmatic view.
Enzo Maresca said, “No, no, no. You can talk about the title and the fans can dream about the title, absolutely. If you ask me, I will tell you what I think. But you can think in a different way.”
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