Chelsea FC‘s assistant coach, Marco Maresca, has revealed the half-time message that inspired the team to a thrilling comeback against Southampton, while also praising the mental strength of young striker, Noni Madueke.

The Turning Point

The Blues found themselves trailing 2-0 at the break, but Maresca’s words of encouragement and tactical adjustments sparked a second-half resurgence that saw Chelsea secure a 3-2 victory.

‘At half-time, we tried to stay calm and remind the players that we were playing well, but we needed to be more clinical in front of goal,’ Maresca explained in an exclusive interview with Chelsea FC‘s official website.

‘We also worked on a few tactical adjustments to try and create more space for our attackers. The players responded brilliantly, and we’re very proud of them.’

Madueke’s Mental Strength

One of the standout performers in the second half was young striker Noni Madueke, who scored his first Premier League goal and provided an assist for the winner.

Maresca praised the 20-year-old’s mental strength and resilience, saying, ‘Noni is a very talented player, but what impresses us most is his mentality. He’s very focused and always ready to learn and improve.’

‘He had a difficult start to the season with injuries, but he’s worked incredibly hard to get back to full fitness. His performance against Southampton was a testament to his hard work and dedication.’

A Call to Action

With the win over Southampton, Chelsea FC has shown that they have the potential to overcome adversity and secure crucial victories. As the season progresses, fans can expect more thrilling matches and inspiring performances from the team.

Stay tuned for more updates and behind-the-scenes insights from Chelsea FC, and get ready to cheer on the Blues as they continue their quest for success in the Premier League and beyond!