Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has described the 48 hours leading up to Saturday's 2-0 win over Everton as 'the worst' of his tenure at Stamford Bridge. The Blues had lost 4-1 to Atalanta in the Champions League on Tuesday, and Maresca claimed that he and his players were not adequately supported in the aftermath.
Speaking after the victory, which came courtesy of goals from Cole Palmer and Malo Gusto, Maresca said: 'Since I joined the club, the last 48 hours have been the worst 48 hours since I joined the club because many people didn't support us.' When pressed on who he meant, Maresca replied, 'In general, in general,' before adding that he loves the fans and is happy with them.
Maresca praised his players for their effort and adaptability, noting that both Reece James and Malo Gusto played as midfielders despite being full-backs. He also highlighted that Chelsea have played a significant portion of the season without key players like Cole Palmer, Moises Caicedo, and Liam Delap, yet the squad continues to perform.
The win ended a four-match winless run for Chelsea, with Palmer scoring his first goal since September 17. Gusto added a second before half-time, securing all three points for the hosts at Stamford Bridge.
