Enzo Maresca on Andrey Santos:
"Andrey is working with us. He's working well, but I think he need time to adapt.
In this moment, I see him more in Enzo's position than Romeo's position. The reason why is because in the Premier League you need to be physically strong."
"In this moment, I see Andrey more as an attacking midfielder than a defensive midfielder."
On Josh Acheampong:
"Any club likes good players. My plan with Josh is quite clear. I said many times that I really like Josh. I think he potentially can be a top defender for this club. Itโs on him to have the right timing to do the things..."
On Trevoh Chalobahโs future:
"All the players with us, I donโt want to lose them. But when the window is open, anything can happen. He helped us get a top four spot and we are happy with Trev [Chalobah], but anything can happen, for any of the 25 players in our squad..."
On Enzo Fernandez:
"I am very pleased with Enzo [Fernandez]. Firstly because heโs a nice boy, heโs polite. And then because with us, since we started, heโs working very well in all the aspects, inside the pitch, outside the pitch..."
โI said many times that I prefer to have the attacking players score 10/12 goals each than just a striker with 40 goals. And Enzo his contribution this season has been top and FOR SURE next season will be even better.โ
On Reece, Lavia and Fofana:
"Hopefully in the next season, these three players that I just mentioned, they can play more games because Chelsea with Wes, Romeo and Reece is a better team."
On Benfica:
"In the last game, they beat Bayern Munich, which shows how good they are and what they are able to do. Iโm quite sure itโs going to be a balanced game, a tough game..."
โIโve watched many of their games, itโs very clear what they want to do on and off the ball, Iโve also watched games with 5 at the back, the most important thing tho is to prepare ourselvesโ
"Now weโre in a knockout game... anything can happen. That is not just for us, itโs for every club, and the players are aware that at this moment the team that makes the most mistakes will be the team that are back home the day after."
Thatโs all from the gaffer for now!
"Andrey is working with us. He's working well, but I think he need time to adapt.
In this moment, I see him more in Enzo's position than Romeo's position. The reason why is because in the Premier League you need to be physically strong."
"In this moment, I see Andrey more as an attacking midfielder than a defensive midfielder."
On Josh Acheampong:
"Any club likes good players. My plan with Josh is quite clear. I said many times that I really like Josh. I think he potentially can be a top defender for this club. Itโs on him to have the right timing to do the things..."
On Trevoh Chalobahโs future:
"All the players with us, I donโt want to lose them. But when the window is open, anything can happen. He helped us get a top four spot and we are happy with Trev [Chalobah], but anything can happen, for any of the 25 players in our squad..."
On Enzo Fernandez:
"I am very pleased with Enzo [Fernandez]. Firstly because heโs a nice boy, heโs polite. And then because with us, since we started, heโs working very well in all the aspects, inside the pitch, outside the pitch..."
โI said many times that I prefer to have the attacking players score 10/12 goals each than just a striker with 40 goals. And Enzo his contribution this season has been top and FOR SURE next season will be even better.โ
On Reece, Lavia and Fofana:
"Hopefully in the next season, these three players that I just mentioned, they can play more games because Chelsea with Wes, Romeo and Reece is a better team."
On Benfica:
"In the last game, they beat Bayern Munich, which shows how good they are and what they are able to do. Iโm quite sure itโs going to be a balanced game, a tough game..."
โIโve watched many of their games, itโs very clear what they want to do on and off the ball, Iโve also watched games with 5 at the back, the most important thing tho is to prepare ourselvesโ
"Now weโre in a knockout game... anything can happen. That is not just for us, itโs for every club, and the players are aware that at this moment the team that makes the most mistakes will be the team that are back home the day after."
Thatโs all from the gaffer for now!
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Letโs get warmโฆ
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#PREMATCH
Arguably could be the strongest line up with the squad we have currently save for Badiashile and may be Noni also coming in later.. But
Today is when the world Cup truly starts for us
Arguably could be the strongest line up with the squad we have currently save for Badiashile and may be Noni also coming in later.. But
Today is when the world Cup truly starts for us
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โข Arguably one of the most disappointing first halves of football from both sides from a neutral point of view, it genuinely looked like some of the players were kicking a ball for the first time, with countless misplaced passes.
โข That said, we were clearly the better team and shouldโve been two goals up. The setup looks spot on, and weโve managed to contain Benfica impressively well. For the first time in a while, Chelsea are moving the ball with real pace and unpredictability, a refreshing sight.
โข As for Liam Delapโs cameoโฆ letโs just blame the weather, shall we?
Big second half needed now. Come on you Blues! ๐
โข That said, we were clearly the better team and shouldโve been two goals up. The setup looks spot on, and weโve managed to contain Benfica impressively well. For the first time in a while, Chelsea are moving the ball with real pace and unpredictability, a refreshing sight.
โข As for Liam Delapโs cameoโฆ letโs just blame the weather, shall we?
Big second half needed now. Come on you Blues! ๐
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CHELSEA ANALYSIS ๐๐ต
โข Arguably one of the most disappointing first halves of football from both sides from a neutral point of view, it genuinely looked like some of the players were kicking a ball for the first time, with countless misplaced passes. โข That said, we were clearlyโฆ
Iโm sure Iโm not the only one seeing the poor quality of passes and executions made by both teams.
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England U21s have won the Euro Championships with a 3โ2 victory over Germany.
A great way to end a brilliant season for Sharman-Lowe whoโs part of the squad after winning the League Two title.
Former blues Livramento, Hutchinson (who scored in the final), and Iling-Junior part of the winning squad.
Ashley Cole the assistant manager.
Delap was set to be in the squad until we signed him.
Congratulations! ๐ด๓ ง๓ ข๓ ฅ๓ ฎ๓ ง๓ ฟ๐
Via CarefreeYouth
A great way to end a brilliant season for Sharman-Lowe whoโs part of the squad after winning the League Two title.
Former blues Livramento, Hutchinson (who scored in the final), and Iling-Junior part of the winning squad.
Ashley Cole the assistant manager.
Delap was set to be in the squad until we signed him.
Congratulations! ๐ด๓ ง๓ ข๓ ฅ๓ ฎ๓ ง๓ ฟ๐
Via CarefreeYouth
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๐จ Mikel: โThereโs 4 minutes left come on, they couldโve finished the game, they just took 4 minutes to take the players off the pitch! Come on.
(DAZN)
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I feel very safe with Lavia and Caicedo. incredible incredible players. These are the engine of the team. Very very good on the ball too
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โฝ Final Score: Benfica 1โ4 Chelsea
๐งต Key Takeaways from the Match
Part -1
1. Weather Delay Didnโt Dampen Chelseaโs Rhythm
A nearly two-hour stoppage due to severe weather disrupted play in Charlotteโbut once resumed, Chelsea kept their focus and tempo.
2. Reece Jamesโ Perfect Free Kick
James broke the deadlock in the 64th minute with a precisely placed free kick that sneaked in at the near postโhis second direct free-kick goal of 2025 .
3. Drama in the 90th Minute
Just as extra time loomed, Angel Di Marรญa converted a penalty after a handball by Malo Gusto, bringing Benfica level at 1โ1 .
๐ To be continued ๐๐
๐งต Key Takeaways from the Match
Part -1
1. Weather Delay Didnโt Dampen Chelseaโs Rhythm
A nearly two-hour stoppage due to severe weather disrupted play in Charlotteโbut once resumed, Chelsea kept their focus and tempo.
2. Reece Jamesโ Perfect Free Kick
James broke the deadlock in the 64th minute with a precisely placed free kick that sneaked in at the near postโhis second direct free-kick goal of 2025 .
3. Drama in the 90th Minute
Just as extra time loomed, Angel Di Marรญa converted a penalty after a handball by Malo Gusto, bringing Benfica level at 1โ1 .
๐ To be continued ๐๐
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