LATEST NEWS: The Chelsea coach praised Sancho after his debut against Bournemouth, saying, “He changed the game.” Sancho assisted the winning goal. Maresca added, “You’re incredible; I never doubted you.”
Live from Stamford Bridge, Chelsea’s head coach, Enzo Maresca, expressed his excitement after Jadon Sancho’s impressive debut against Bournemouth. Sancho, who had recently transferred from Manchester United, made an immediate impact in his first Premier League game in over a year. His performance, highlighted by a key assist, helped Chelsea secure a 1-0 victory at Vitality Stadium.
Maresca, visibly thrilled, praised Sancho in the post-match interview. “I couldn’t take my eyes off him. Sancho came on and completely changed the game. His touch, game awareness, and ability to break down the defense were outstanding. He’s the type of player who can turn any match around. I had no doubt about his decision to join us, and his performance tonight showed why we fought to sign him.”
Continuing to praise Sancho, Maresca added, “This is the beginning of something great. His assist for Nkunku’s goal was pure brilliance. I want to personally thank Manchester United for giving us their best winger. Tonight, he proved why he’s world-class. To Manchester United, I can say: ‘You were the problem.’”
Sancho entered the game in the 65th minute, with Chelsea struggling against Bournemouth’s solid defense. Up to that point, the game had been tense, with few scoring chances. Sancho’s arrival instantly shifted the tempo. His agility and creativity sparked new energy in Chelsea’s attack.
Within minutes, Sancho made his mark, creating two scoring chances and completing two dribbles. The game-changing moment came in the 85th minute when Sancho delivered a perfect pass to Nkunku, who netted the winning goal, securing Chelsea’s victory.
Sancho’s return to the Premier League had been highly anticipated after a difficult time at Manchester United. Under Maresca, the 24-year-old shined in his debut. “You’re incredible, Jadon. I never doubted you,” Maresca said, beaming during the interview. “He brings something special to our attack, and he showed that tonight.”
Chelsea’s win not only boosted their league position but also highlighted the strength of their squad, with Sancho making an immediate impact. Fans at Stamford Bridge are eager for more, as Sancho has already lived up to their high expectations.
After the match, social media buzzed with praise for Sancho’s performance. Chelsea fans echoed Maresca’s praise, applauding his skill and match-winning contribution. As the season progresses, supporters are excited to see how Sancho will continue to elevate the team.