Enzo Maresca plays down Chelsea's Champions League dismantling of Barcelona

Enzo Maresca plays down Chelsea's Champions League dismantling of Barcelona

Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca insisted “nothing has changed” for his young side after they turned in a devastating display to sweep aside 10-man Barcelona 3-0 at Stamford Bridge.Victory ensured direct progression to the Champions League last 16 remains in the Blues’ hands but it was the manner of the win – a pulsating, courageous display full of bite, fluency in attack and an irresistible will to recover the ball – that felt like the most significant outcome of a memorable night.Teenage winger Estevao cemented further his growing reputation by eclipsing fellow 18-year-old Lamine Yamal, who contributed little.


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