Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has maintained that his team is making progress despite their disappointing 3 – 1 defeat to Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium.
The Blues started brightly after Noni Madueke capitalised on a mistake from new Manchester City defender Abdukodir Khusanov to give Chelsea an early advantage.
Softfootball understands Maresca remains encouraged by his team’s development despite Chelsea extending their winless run against Manchester City to 11 matches.
City responded strongly in the second half, with Josko Gvardiol equalising before Erling Haaland and Phil Foden completed the comeback for Pep Guardiola’s side.
Maresca admitted mistakes played a role in the defeat, particularly Robert Sanchez’s error that allowed Haaland to score, but he insisted the goalkeeper still has the club’s full backing.
The Italian coach believes difficult moments will help Chelsea grow and improve as they continue adapting to his football philosophy.
