Tag: cup competition
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Maresca on avoiding an upset and his delight at another semi-final
Big picture: Maresca’s masterclass in managing a nervy tie Enzo Maresca faced a tricky obstacle as Chelsea navigated a tense cup tie against Cardiff’s Bluebirds. The Blues looked to secure progress in a competition where every round carries high stakes, and the manager’s pre-match emphasis on composure proved crucial. After a largely even first half,…
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Garnacho Leads Chelsea to Carabao Cup Semifinals with a Double at Cardiff
Chelsea Cruise into the Carabao Cup Semifinals Chelsea booked a spot in the Carabao Cup semifinals with a 3-1 victory over Cardiff City, a result sealed by a second-half burst featuring two decisive goals from substitutes Alejandro Garnacho and Pedro Neto. The match, played at Cardiff’s home ground, showcased Chelsea’s depth and tactical flexibility, as…
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Maresca’s Calm Strategy: How Chelsea Avoided an Upset and Reached Another Semi-Final
Calm under Pressure: Maresca’s Game Plan to Avoid an Upset Enzo Maresca faced a familiar test in a tie that threatened to derail Chelsea’s pursuit of silverware: avoid an upset and secure a spot in the semi-finals. The Blues, who had been tentatively waiting for an opening, found their spark in the second half and…