Maresca Hits Back at Critics as Chelsea Clinch Champions League Spot
Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca issued a fiery response to his doubters after guiding his side to a top-four Premier League finish in his debut season. The Italian was unapologetic in his post-match remarks, telling those who questioned his team to “eff-off” after a 1-0 win over Nottingham Forest secured Chelsea’s place in next season’s Champions League.
Levi Colwill netted the decisive goal at the City Ground, pushing Chelsea into fourth place ahead of Newcastle, who lost at home to Everton on the final day of the season. The result capped off an impressive late surge by Chelsea, who now prepare for one final challenge: the UEFA Conference League final on Wednesday.
Maresca, who took over the club after a successful stint with Leicester, praised his squad’s resilience and potential. He highlighted the significance of achieving Champions League qualification with the youngest team in Premier League history, boasting an average age of just 24 years and 36 days.
With European qualification secured, Maresca has his sights set on ending the campaign with silverware in the Conference League final — a potential trophy to underscore Chelsea’s progress under his leadership.
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