Maresca’s cryptic comments spark confusion after Chelsea sink Everton

Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca's recent comments regarding his 'worst 48 hours' since joining the club have left the team and fans confused, particularly after a victory against Everton. His failure to clarify the situation has raised questions about his relationship with the club's hierarchy and the support he receives.

Brian Barry-Murphy, the manager of Cardiff City, is set to face his former mentor Enzo Maresca in the Carabao Cup quarter-finals against Chelsea. This match comes as Barry-Murphy reflects on his time developing players like Cole Palmer at Manchester City, who notably scored a hat-trick in a youth match shortly after debuting for the senior team. Palmer, however, will not be playing against Cardiff due to injury.

Khadija Shaw made history by becoming the first woman to score 100 goals for Manchester City, achieving this milestone during a match where City secured a 6-1 victory over Aston Villa. Meanwhile, Arsenal's Leah Williamson returned to competitive action after a lengthy injury layoff, contributing to Arsenal's 3-1 win against Everton.

Thomas Frank, Tottenham's manager, acknowledged that the team's recent 3-0 defeat to Nottingham Forest highlighted their ongoing struggles and emphasized that improving the club's performance is not a quick fix. He noted that Spurs have only one win in their last seven Premier League matches, leaving them mid-table and six points away from a Champions League spot.