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Maresca’s words and actions on young player simply don’t match up

Maresca’s words and actions on young player simply don’t match up

Before the game against Leeds on Wednesday, Chelsea were doing really well, and there were few complaints from fans about Enzo Maresca, despite that relationship having been a bit rocky at times since he arrived 18 months ago.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / December 6
Player ratings show how low standards are for Chelsea attackers after dire draw

Player ratings show how low standards are for Chelsea attackers after dire draw

We’re scratching around for positives about Chelsea’s draw with Bournemouth this afternoon, and taking a look at the player ratings, there was one sort of bright light.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 6
'We played well' – Chelsea player thinks a point against 'intense' Bournemouth is a good result

'We played well' – Chelsea player thinks a point against 'intense' Bournemouth is a good result

Robert Sanchez was Chelsea’s best player in their draw with Bournemouth this afternoon, making some crucial stops which prevented the frustrating draw becoming a devastating defeat.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / December 6
The one positive from Chelsea’s tedious draw with Bournemouth – but there’s a downside

The one positive from Chelsea’s tedious draw with Bournemouth – but there’s a downside

Chelsea drew 0-0 with Bournemouth today in a truly dire game at the Vitality Stadium. The Blues had nothing in attack. They didn’t even have a shot on target in the first half, and things didn’t improve much in the second period.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / December 6
'Looks bad…' – Enzo Maresca’s injury update on attacker is terrible news for Chelsea

'Looks bad…' – Enzo Maresca’s injury update on attacker is terrible news for Chelsea

Enzo Maresca is taking his post match press conference after Chelsea’s dreary draw with Bournemouth. Before getting onto the meat and potatoes of the discussion about the result, Maresca was asked for an update on his striker Liam Delap.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / December 6
0 touches in the box, 68% pass success rate – yet Chelsea star still gets 7.6 rating

0 touches in the box, 68% pass success rate – yet Chelsea star still gets 7.6 rating

This has been a really poor showing from Chelsea at the Vitality Stadium. They’ve managed an xG of just 07.6 as we head into the final 5 minutes, and even that is an improvement on the first half, where there were no shots on target at all from the Blues.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 6
Chelsea lose attacker to injury that could mean month out; replacement tells you a lot about Maresca’s thinking

Chelsea lose attacker to injury that could mean month out; replacement tells you a lot about Maresca’s thinking

It’s been a poor first half from Chelsea at the Vitality Stadium, and things have got even more gloomy with the sight of another injury. Liam Delap was given the nod to start as the number 9 today, with backing from his coach before the game that the goals were going to come soon for the forward.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / December 6
Chelsea fans have got Maresca all wrong over Tosin snub for Bournemouth

Chelsea fans have got Maresca all wrong over Tosin snub for Bournemouth

Chelsea’s team news for today’s game against Bournemouth is out, and some have noticed an absence almost as much as they’ve noticed the presence of others.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / December 6
'He just needs…' – Enzo Maresca names one thing Cole Palmer still lacks

'He just needs…' – Enzo Maresca names one thing Cole Palmer still lacks

Chelsea face Bournemouth this afternoon, and the team news shows that Cole Palmer is back to make his first start since the 20th of September. Before the game, Enzo Maresca spoke about his team selection – including one very notable addition to the team.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / December 6
Reece James on his preferred position as Enzo Maresca faces major lineup decision again

Reece James on his preferred position as Enzo Maresca faces major lineup decision again

Enzo Maresca is about to hand in his team sheet for today’s game against Bournemouth, and one name we’re almost certain will be in there is Reece James.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / December 6
'Ready to play' – Key player backed for important return after injury by Enzo Maresca

'Ready to play' – Key player backed for important return after injury by Enzo Maresca

Chelsea need to bounce back from a bad result in midweek, and the good news for the Blues is that they should be able to restore almost their full strength side to take on Bournemouth today.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 6
Predicted XI: Cole Palmer benched for one more game as Enzo Maresca plays it safe

Predicted XI: Cole Palmer benched for one more game as Enzo Maresca plays it safe

Chelsea face Bournemouth today as they look to recover from a bad midweek result against Leeds. It’s a tough call for selection from Enzo Maresca, who won’t want to take any risks but also needs to make sure his team start the game well.

Chelsea FC News / HITC / December 6
Ballon d’Or winner reveals he wanted to join Chelsea on two separate occasions

Ballon d’Or winner reveals he wanted to join Chelsea on two separate occasions

Chelsea could have had one of the best in the world, and not just once, but twice. While several Ballon d’Or winners have passed through Stamford Bridge over the years, none of them picked up the award while wearing a Chelsea shirt.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 6
'He will score…' – Maresca defends his struggling favourite who some fans want dropped

'He will score…' – Maresca defends his struggling favourite who some fans want dropped

Chelsea are just hours away from a big game against Bournemouth in the Premier League, and they really need their man up top Liam Delap to do well. Their manager Enzo Maresca has been speaking about one player in particular who has struggled a little since his summer move from Ipswich after their relegation.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 6
'We need to be aware of' – Maresca warns Chelsea about three factors ahead of Bournemouth clash

'We need to be aware of' – Maresca warns Chelsea about three factors ahead of Bournemouth clash

Enzo Maresca has warned his Chelsea side they must be ready for a different intensity and environment when playing away from home. Chelsea seemed totally unprepared for what met them at Leeds and they simply couldn’t deal with the intensity of the game or the Elland Road atmosphere, and they slumped to a 3-1 defeat.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / December 6
'I don’t know' – Enzo Maresca unable to answer Cole Palmer question

'I don’t know' – Enzo Maresca unable to answer Cole Palmer question

Enzo Maresca has revealed Cole Palmer is ready to play from the start against Bournemouth, but isn’t sure if he can play 90 minutes. The 23-year-old made his first appearance since the defeat against Manchester United in September, when he came on as a second half substitute against Leeds on Wednesday night.

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Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 6
'I would like him' – Enzo Maresca reveals what he’s building towards with Reece James

'I would like him' – Enzo Maresca reveals what he’s building towards with Reece James

Enzo Maresca has admitted he wants to play Reece James every game, but is hopeful he can play three games a week soon. James has been carefully managed since returning from his latest hamstring injury, and Maresca’s approach appears to have really paid off.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 6
Report: Chelsea prepared to make €45m January offer for Ligue 1 star, Arsenal also interested

Report: Chelsea prepared to make €45m January offer for Ligue 1 star, Arsenal also interested

Chelsea are prepared to offer €45m in January for Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi, but face competition from Arsenal according to reports. The Blues were active in the summer window, as they completely revamped their frontline with five attacking signings.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 6
'We want to avoid that' – Enzo Maresca explains the reasoning behind management of Fofana

'We want to avoid that' – Enzo Maresca explains the reasoning behind management of Fofana

Enzo Maresca is happy with Wesley Fofana, but has admitted it’s too soon for the defender to play two games a week. Fofana has been plagued by injury issues during his time at Stamford Bridge, but he’s showing signs that those problems could be behind him.

Axel Disasi News / Chelsea News / December 6
Report: European side in talks to end £39m Chelsea ace’s Stamford Bridge nightmare

Report: European side in talks to end £39m Chelsea ace’s Stamford Bridge nightmare

Lyon are in talks over a January loan move for forgotten Chelsea star Axel Disasi until the end of the season according to reports. Disasi had all summer to sort a move out, but nothing materialised and he ended up staying at Chelsea having spent the second half of last season on loan at Aston Villa.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / December 5
Enzo Maresca’s main prediction for Bournemouth game should have Chelsea fans very worried

Enzo Maresca’s main prediction for Bournemouth game should have Chelsea fans very worried

Chelsea have just had their press conference ahead of the game against Bournemouth tomorrow, and while the focus was supposed to be on that game, there was little discussion of it.

Chelsea FC News / Caught Offside / December 5
Report: How Chelsea plans to resurrect the career of forgotten first-team star

Report: How Chelsea plans to resurrect the career of forgotten first-team star

Chelsea have now formulated a plan for Mykhailo Mudryk to get his career back on track. The Ukrainian International is nearing the end of his suspension.

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