Cole Palmer praises Enzo Maresca’s leadership after Chelsea’s 3-0 win over Paris Saint-Germain in the Club World Cup Final.
Chelsea’s Cole Palmer was ecstatic about the team’s dominant 3-0 win over Paris Saint-Germain in the Club World Cup Final.
He praised Enzo Maresca’s leadership, saying, “He is building something special, something important.” Palmer’s words reflect his admiration for Maresca’s vision and tactics, which have been instrumental in Chelsea’s success.
Palmer was instrumental in Chelsea’s win, scoring two brilliant goals and setting up João Pedro to make it 3-0 by halftime. He credited Maresca’s game plan for his success, saying, “The gaffer put a great game plan out. He knew where the space was going to be. He tried to free me up as much as possible, and I just had to repay him and score some goals.”
The win was a significant achievement for Chelsea, who were underdogs going into the match.
However, Maresca’s young side dominated PSG, showcasing their skills and teamwork. “It’s a great feeling,” Palmer said. “Even better because everyone doubted us before the game, we knew that. To put a fight on like we did, it’s good.”
Palmer’s performance earned him recognition, featuring alongside Kylian Mbappé and Vinícius Júnior on billboards in New York. “I’ve seen the billboards in Times Square and outside Madison Square Garden,” he said. “It’s a nice feeling to be alongside those type of players.”
Maresca was delighted with Palmer’s performance, saying, “These are the games where we expect Cole to appear. Big games and big moments and once again he showed how good he is.” Maresca’s praise for Palmer reflects his confidence in the young player’s abilities.
Chelsea’s win was a testament to the team’s growth and potential. The club has invested heavily in its youth-driven recruitment, and the results are starting to show. Maresca’s first season in charge has been impressive, with Chelsea qualifying for the Champions League, winning the Conference League, and now becoming world champions.
Maresca was thrilled with his team’s performance, but he was also looking forward to a well-deserved break.
“Of course I am very excited [about the future],” he said. “But I’m more excited that we have three weeks off.” The team’s excitement about the future is palpable, and they will look to build on their success in the new season.
The win over PSG will give Chelsea a significant boost in confidence as they head into the new season. They will open their Premier League campaign against Crystal Palace on August 17. With Maresca at the helm, Chelsea fans have a lot to look forward to.
