Enzo Maresca, since taking office as Chelsea’s manager, has quickly made an impact during his first three months in charge of the team. With a fourth place in the Premier League and only four points behind the leaders, we take a look at his record so far.
Positive record after three months
At the end of these first three months, Chelsea has recorded 14 points out of a possible 21, losing only one match in Maresca’s first game against Manchester City, regarded by many as one of the best teams in the world. This start to the season is promising, as we have won all three of our away games, echoing the performance of Liverpool, the other team with a perfect record.
Home matches have also been marked by interesting performances. After the defeat against Manchester City, Chelsea achieved a clear victory of 4-2 against Brighton & Hove Albion, and secured draws against Crystal Palace and Nottingham Forest. In terms of statistics, the last match against Nottingham Forest saw Chelsea dominate possession with two-thirds of the ball, taking 17 shots compared to 10 for their opponents.
Performance analysis
Despite the encouraging results, Maresca emphasizes the importance of collective performances. He notes that it is crucial to win in different ways, both at home and away. We have garnered nine points out of nine in our away matches, but there are areas for improvement at Stamford Bridge, where we have only earned five points out of 12 possible.
Maresca has particularly stressed the idea that even though we have achieved positive results, it is essential to analyze the performances of the matches. He believes that the matches against Crystal Palace and Nottingham Forest, while they ended in draws, could have been won. This demonstrates a certain consistency in play, but also necessary adjustments to turn these performances into home victories.
Conclusion and outlook
In summary, after three months at the helm of Chelsea, Enzo Maresca has managed to establish a positive dynamic within the team. With encouraging results to show, the challenges to be met in home matches remain a priority. The desire to progress is evident, and the collective effort seems to be paying off, promising an exciting season for Blues supporters.
Source: www.chelseafc.com