Enzo Maresca Fires Back at Critics After Guiding Chelsea to Champions League Spot
Enzo Maresca didn’t hold back after guiding Chelsea to a top-four Premier League finish, delivering a pointed message to those who doubted his team. Following a 1-0 win over Nottingham Forest that sealed Chelsea’s Champions League qualification, the Italian manager told his critics to “eff-off” and praised his players’ resolve throughout the season.
The decisive victory, sealed by a goal from Levi Colwill at the City Ground, saw Chelsea leapfrog Newcastle United, who suffered a final-day defeat against Everton. The result ensured a fourth-place finish for Chelsea, securing their place in Europe’s top-tier competition next season.
Maresca, in his debut season as head coach after arriving from Leicester City, has led the youngest squad in Premier League history—boasting an average age of 24 years and 36 days—to a strong finish and now looks ahead to the UEFA Conference League final. He challenged his players to complete their impressive campaign by lifting the trophy on Wednesday.
Clearly energized by proving his critics wrong, Maresca said the team had shown resilience and growth under pressure, turning skepticism into motivation as they exceeded expectations.
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