At 0:30 am on September 21, the fifth round of the 2025-26 Premier League season will usher in a focus match, and Chelsea will go to Old Trafford to challenge Manchester United. Before the game, Blues coach Maresca attended the press conference and talked about some of the current situation of the team.

Regarding the loss to Bayern

- I think it's normal for the Champions League, Wednesday's game, after all, we are challenging Bayern away, and we know it was a tough game. We did our best and we did a great job for part of the game, but of course, as usual, we also had something to do better. At the end of the game, I felt pretty good because we performed and we would play our part in this event.

About Sterling and Dissasi

-As a player, I've been through Sterling and Dissasi and I know that's not the best feeling. You want to play, but for different reasons, that's the case. The club gave them the opportunity to operate in the right way, and that's all I can say. I know this is something you like and want to talk about, but it's not just a Chelsea issue, it's a question of every club in the world. You provide players with training tools when players and clubs can’t find any solution, but if they don’t make the roster, it means they’re not on the roster.

Regarding Chelsea's record at Old Trafford

- I think it's always difficult to play away from Manchester United, there's no right time, whether it's next year or last year, it's always tough. Some of their games this season are not a reflection of their real strength, and the same is true against Manchester City. There is no doubt that this will be a tough game.

Regarding Palmer's situation

- Palmer is fine, we are in training, we flew back from Germany yesterday. We need to evaluate some players' situation, and there are still some questions. After Wednesday's game, we're not training until now and we'll see what's going on.

Is Jiwu part of the plan?

- He is back because we are going to give him a chance, he needs to do better and continue to improve, but of course, we will let him on the field.

About Estewan's potential

-Estewan can perform well in all offensive positions, his talent is great, he is a top player, but now he is only 18 years old and it will take time.

About the dangers against Manchester United

- They are eager to win this game, especially when you are in trouble, you are eager to win the next game. Against Chelsea, and at home, in front of their fans, these are the reasons why this game is so important.

About Garnacho's face to his old club

- in the last two games, he performed very well after playing. So we were happy with how he adapted to the game style, to the way we asked, and I think he was ready to start.

source:7m cn live vn