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'It’s when…' – Maresca explains his logic behind major line-up decision

'It’s when…' – Maresca explains his logic behind major line-up decision

Reece James was showered with plaudits for his performance for Chelsea in midfield against Arsenal on Sunday, and in today’s press conference Enzo Maresca was asked to talk a little about when he decides he wants his captain in the middle of the pitch and when he wants him in his natural role as a right back.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 2

Chelsea could make big future fee on defender who is thriving after injury

While some of Chelsea’s loanees are doing really well this season, there were others we were starting to get worried about. One of those was Aaron Anselmino, who had a bright start to life at Dortmund but then suffered a series of really frustrating injury setbacks which prevented him from playing nearly as much as he could in the last few months.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / December 2
'He’s improving' – Maresca defends his player fans still aren’t sure about after strong game

'He’s improving' – Maresca defends his player fans still aren’t sure about after strong game

Chelsea’s recent good form has been a rising tide which has floated all boats. The improvements in the team’s overall form have made individuals look better, and vice versa.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 2
Enzo Maresca makes surprising suggestion for academy star who could replace Moises Caicedo

Enzo Maresca makes surprising suggestion for academy star who could replace Moises Caicedo

Games are coming thick and fast this November, meaning press conferences are coming even thicker and even faster. Enzo Maresca just did his one ahead of tomorrow night’s game against Leeds in the Premier League, with a few interesting topics to cover.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 2
'He will be out again' – Enzo Maresca gives horrible injury news as setback occurs

'He will be out again' – Enzo Maresca gives horrible injury news as setback occurs

Enzo Maresca has delivered some horrible injury news this morning as a Chelsea setback has occurred in recovery. Maresca has had to deal with a number of injuries to his squad this season after actually having a very good start early on with barely any injuries.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 2
Cole Palmer’s likely Premier League return date after latest Enzo Maresca update

Cole Palmer’s likely Premier League return date after latest Enzo Maresca update

Cole Palmer’s fitness has been a hot topic in recent press conferences for Enzo Maresca. The attacking midfield was out for a while with a groin injury, then just as he was about to return he broke his toe in a mystery incident.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 2
5 key points from The Athletic’s Transfer Deal Sheet update for Chelsea

5 key points from The Athletic’s Transfer Deal Sheet update for Chelsea

I have picked up on FIVE key points to go through from The Athletic’s Transfer Deal Sheet updates for Chelsea. They put these articles out around transfer windows to keep fans updated with what might be going on and what to expect or what not to expect, based on their sources.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 2
Confirmed Chelsea Team News vs Leeds United: Maresca: 'I would like to start him'

Confirmed Chelsea Team News vs Leeds United: Maresca: 'I would like to start him'

Enzo Maresca says there is one of his players he would like to start as he delivers the confirmed Chelsea team news for Leeds. We are off the back of our draw against Arsenal on Sunday evening but already we have another league game to play tomorrow night against Leeds United.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 2
Maresca succeeding after embracing Chelsea heritage and abandoning Pep-ball says journalist

Maresca succeeding after embracing Chelsea heritage and abandoning Pep-ball says journalist

The Athletic’s Michael Cox has just done a really good piece about Chelsea’s draw with Arsenal over the weekend, and what it says about the manager’s progress at the club.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 2
Chelsea were 'incredible' in this one way against 'the best team' claims Malo Gusto

Chelsea were 'incredible' in this one way against 'the best team' claims Malo Gusto

It feels like every single Chelsea player took a moment to speak to the TV cameras after the draw with Arsenal on Sunday, and we can understand why. They can be very proud of their efforts.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 2
Opta predictions for Chelsea’s next game this week will not suit The Blues

Opta predictions for Chelsea’s next game this week will not suit The Blues

Opta’s predictions for Chelsea’s next game this week will actually not really suit The Blues, incidentally. It’s a strange one because really, we have seen Chelsea playing much better against teams that they are not expected to beat.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 2
Underappreciated Chelsea star praised for his efforts by teammate

Underappreciated Chelsea star praised for his efforts by teammate

Chelsea drew 1-1 with Arsenal on Sunday, not the win they wanted but a great effort considering they played the second half with ten men after Moises Caicedo’s red card.

Joao Pedro News / Chelsea News / December 2
What Joao Pedro said about Chelsea’s players shows what was happening in the dressing room before Arsenal clash

What Joao Pedro said about Chelsea’s players shows what was happening in the dressing room before Arsenal clash

Coming up against an in-form Arsenal team, there’s no doubt that Chelsea were outsiders on Sunday, even at home. They didn’t play like it though – even when down to ten men.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / December 2
'People questioned him' – John Obi Mikel on decision Enzo Maresca got right

'People questioned him' – John Obi Mikel on decision Enzo Maresca got right

Former Chelsea midfielder John Obi Mikel has been speaking on a decision that manager Enzo Maresca got right. It was a decision that was getting a lot of criticism and questioning at the time.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / December 2
Sporting director wants to sign Chelsea loanee permanently after fine form

Sporting director wants to sign Chelsea loanee permanently after fine form

A Chelsea player is playing so well out on loan right now that a sporting director says he wants to sign him permanently. Of course, any final decision here will be down to Chelsea, and of course the player in question as well – so we will have to wait and see what happens with this one.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / December 1
Match Report: Chelsea battle to 1-1 draw with Arsenal despite first half red card

Match Report: Chelsea battle to 1-1 draw with Arsenal despite first half red card

Chelsea battled to a tough 1-1 draw with Arsenal at Stamford Bridge last night after going down to ten men in the first half. It was a dire first period, as they often are in these big games.

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Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / December 1
Chelsea finally have the magic formula at the back after successful week

Chelsea finally have the magic formula at the back after successful week

Reece James was so good for Chelsea against Arsenal last night that it’s slightly taken credit away from other players who deserved it. Trevoh Chalobah was another Blue who was immense in the game, scoring the Blues’ only goal and generally looking ultra solid despite wave after wave of Arsenal attacks.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / December 1
What Chelsea did against Arsenal that showed they have taken a huge step forward this season

What Chelsea did against Arsenal that showed they have taken a huge step forward this season

Trevoh Chalobah was immense against Arsenal in the draw yesterday, scoring Chelsea’s only goal and then keeping a numerically superior Gunners team at bay.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / December 1
Defender names something Chelsea 'work on every day' which caught out Arsenal

Defender names something Chelsea 'work on every day' which caught out Arsenal

Trevoh Chalobah’s immense performance at the back for Chelsea yesterday against Arsenal has been overlooked a little, mainly because ahead of him Reece James was somehow even better.

Enzo Maresca News / Chelsea News / December 1
Captain’s words show Enzo Maresca is saying something very different behind the scenes at Chelsea

Captain’s words show Enzo Maresca is saying something very different behind the scenes at Chelsea

Enzo Maresca is still trying to do his best to deny that Chelsea are in the title race, but clearly what he’s saying behind the scenes is a little different.

Enzo Maresca News / Chelsea News / December 1
What Enzo Maresca did at half time shows exactly what he thinks about two players right now

What Enzo Maresca did at half time shows exactly what he thinks about two players right now

It was always going to be this way. After growing pressure from fans and the media to start Estevao Willian in a Premier League game, Enzo Maresca finally did it yesterday.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 1
Chelsea have just reached unprecedented new levels in hideous category

Chelsea have just reached unprecedented new levels in hideous category

Chelsea’s result against Arsenal yesterday was impressive not just because they got a draw against one of the best teams in Europe, but because they did it with ten men.

Reece James News / Chelsea News / December 1
'Could have won' – Chelsea star’s words shows Blues ambitions have levelled up

'Could have won' – Chelsea star’s words shows Blues ambitions have levelled up

Reece James was Chelsea’s Man of the Match in the draw with Arsenal yesterday, and there was a lot of chat about how well he had done. Of course what we really want to do is hear from the man himself, and he spoke to Chelsea’s official website after the game about his and his team’s performance.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 2
How Reece James' midfield masterclass single-handedly cost Arsenal £25,000

How Reece James' midfield masterclass single-handedly cost Arsenal £25,000

Chelsea’s draw with Arsenal meant a lot because the Blues were down to ten men at half time. Against the most physical team in the league – and perhaps in the world – Enzo Maresca’s team lost their midfield machine Moises Caicedo before the break and still were able to compete in the middle.

Chelsea FC News / Extratime Talk / November 29
Close Caicedo Arsenal Transfer: ‘I Almost Did Join Arsenal – But I’m Happy at Chelsea Now’

Close Caicedo Arsenal Transfer: ‘I Almost Did Join Arsenal – But I’m Happy at Chelsea Now’

In a recent interview with Daily Mail, the almost-Moises Caicedo Arsenal transfer was brought to light by the Ecuadorian, who ultimately chose Chelsea, and says he has no regrets.

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