Former player Craig Burley has highlighted the positive changes in Chelsea‘s play since Enzo Maresca took over as manager. This season, Chelsea has shown significant improvement, earning 10 points from 5 matches in the Premier League with 3 wins, 1 draw, and 1 loss.
Under Maresca, Chelsea has scored 11 goals, the second most in the league after Manchester City. Burley pointed out that the most impressive aspect is the team’s increased pace and direct style of play. He noted on ESPN, “It’s clear that Chelsea is playing faster. They are always looking to move the ball forward quickly, resulting in more opportunities to break through the opposition.”
He contrasted this with the slower play under former managers Mauricio Pochettino and Thomas Tuchel, stating that Maresca has changed everything. “He demands that players play quickly, stay aware, and push the ball forward more often. And Chelsea is executing this very well.”