🚨BREAKING NEWS🚨Chelsea Boss Maresca Praises ONE Particular Player For Standout Performance After Brentford Win 🗣️Speaking after the game, Maresca stated: “Even though he wasn’t on the score sheet, I am impressed with his performance and I think he deserves the MOTM award. He won us the game, and I hope to see more of his performances.”

Enzo Maresca praised Chelsea’s resilience after their 2-1 victory over Brentford, despite a tense conclusion to the match. The Blues took the lead just before halftime when Marc Cucurella capitalized on prolonged pressure, heading the ball into the net.

Chelsea appeared in control but missed chances threatened their grip, notably when Nicolas Jackson failed to convert an open goal from close range. Jackson, however, redeemed himself in the 80th minute with a clinical finish off Enzo Fernandez’s precise through ball.

The closing stages turned dramatic after a Cucurella error allowed Brentford to regain possession, with Bryan Mbeumo calmly slotting past goalkeeper Robert Sanchez. Further chaos ensued when Cucurella was sent off, forcing Chelsea to defend with 10 men. Nevertheless, the team held firm to secure the win, much to Maresca’s relief.

Player Ratings

Cucurella (8): Strong defensively, scored the opening goal but was sent off after the final whistle.
Caicedo (7.5): Instrumental in winning the ball to start the second goal but was involved in the play leading to Brentford’s lone strike.
Madueke (7): A mixed performance but caused problems for Brentford; provided a superb cross for Cucurella’s goal.
Jackson (7): Recovered from a shocking miss with a well-taken goal before being subbed off.
Palmer (5.5): Struggled to make an impact, possibly due to an early injury.

Others: Sanchez (7), Gusto (6.5), Tosin (6.5), Colwill (7), Fernandez (7), Sancho (6), Nkunku (n/a).