Enzo Maresca expressed satisfaction with Chelsea’s composure. His team secured a crucial 1-1 draw against Arsenal. This match, he believes, clearly shows their significant progress. Chelsea has evolved considerably under his management.
Speaking to BBC Match of the Day, Maresca shared his delight. “The performance was fantastic,” he stated. “We were a much better team 11 against 11.” He acknowledged the challenge of playing with ten men. Yet, he praised how his team “dealt with it outstandingly.”
Maresca reiterated Chelsea’s superiority with a full squad. “11 against 11, we were better than them,” he said. The team focused on finding optimal solutions and spaces. They specifically targeted exploiting space with Malo and Estevao. “Tonight we can be happy,” he concluded, “even if we didn’t win.”
Even after Arsenal equalized, Maresca maintained focus on the broader picture. He stressed that Chelsea’s progress is now evident. It’s not just theoretical; it’s visible in critical matches. “We are better than last season,” he affirmed. “We are closer.”
He plans to assess their targets further in February or March. “We showed we are heading in the right direction.” He consistently praised the “fantastic performance.” This result leaves Chelsea in third place. They have played 13 Premier League matches. The team sits six points behind league leaders Arsenal.
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