“For sure” – Enzo Maresca says who to be blame after draw against Nottingham Forest
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca found himself under scrutiny during his post-match press conference following the 1-1 draw with Nottingham Forest. The discussion centered around the multiple yellow cards issued to his players, and an intense brawl that broke out when Marc Cucurella was tripped, causing him to stumble into Maresca himself.
Maresca Defends His Team’s Emotions
“This kind of thing can happen,” Maresca said, addressing the chaotic scenes. “In terms of emotions, these things happen when the team is fighting together. I don’t think any of them lost their heads. I think all of them were focused on the game, and I was happy with that.” He expressed his satisfaction with the group’s unity, adding, “I like the spirit of the team. I don’t see any problem.”
Nicolas Jackson’s Involvement and Potential Consequences
Maresca was also questioned about Nicolas Jackson, who, despite being substituted earlier, still managed to get involved in the scuffle. Jackson potentially faces a retrospective ban for slapping an opponent during the fracas. When asked about Jackson’s actions, Maresca admitted there were areas for improvement.
“There are definitely things we can control and do better,” he said. “This is probably one of those things. But if you ask me about the team spirit, how they’re fighting together, how they’re supporting each other, I’m very happy with that.”
Maresca’s Support May Not Last Forever
While Maresca stood firmly behind his players, his goodwill might not be endless. He’s only just taken charge this summer, but Chelsea fans have grown impatient. They endured a frustrating season watching similar disciplinary issues under previous management, and their tolerance is wearing thin.
Jackson, in particular, should consider himself lucky to have a new coach who’s currently giving him some leeway. Mauricio Pochettino, who dealt with this group last season, had reached his breaking point by the time he left the club.
