Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca opens up after the UEFA Europa Conference League Final victory over Real Betis, offering deep insights into the match and his players’ development.
Maresca credited tactical changes for the second-half surge and praised Cole Palmer’s two assists, highlighting his growth through tough moments this season. He also singled out Nicolas Jackson for his impact off the bench, saying his performance matched the squad’s expectations.
A standout moment came when Maresca noticed unused substitutes Benoît Badiashile and Malang Sarr celebrating enthusiastically — proof of the squad’s unity and winning culture.
The Italian coach emphasized that winning the Conference League is just the start. For him, Chelsea’s ability to grind out results, develop consistency in the Premier League, and transition toward competing in the Champions League is the true story.
Looking ahead to the FIFA Club World Cup, Maresca confirmed the players will rest before aiming to build further momentum on the global stage.
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