Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca lauded his substitutes for their crucial roles in the 1-0 victory over Bournemouth. Robert Sanchez made a vital penalty save to keep the Blues in the game, while Christopher Nkunku and Jadon Sancho combined to score the winning goal.
Maresca highlighted the positive impact of his bench players, praising their contributions and noting their quality. He specifically mentioned Sancho’s performance, stating that he met expectations and provided the necessary spark. Maresca also acknowledged Nkunku’s hard work and potential despite not being a starter.
The victory showcased the depth and quality of Chelsea’s squad, as the substitutes played a pivotal role in securing three points.
He replied: “He did exactly what we expected from him and Tosin Adarabioyo was the same and Christopher Nkunku too.
“Joao Felix was very good. All the guys from the bench were very good.
“We were creating chances and we needed just a bit more quality from inside the box and he [Sancho] did that. Nkunku is not starting but he is working very well.”