Enzo Maresca emphasized the importance of connecting with the club's fans worldwide in his first press conference as Chelsea's head coach.
Speaking from Levi’s Stadium, Maresca highlighted the significance of engaging with supporters, not just in England but globally. The Blues are set to face Wrexham in their opening match of the 2024 USA Tour, marking the start of Maresca's tenure.
Maresca shared his excitement about the tour, stating: "It is always important to have a connection with the fans. The fans in the US, the fans in England, the fans anywhere."
He noted that despite arriving late, the team was eager to interact with their American supporters.
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During the conference, Maresca also outlined his football philosophy. He aims to implement an aggressive and dominant playing style, focusing on maintaining possession. He explained saying,
"We try to dominate the game, we try to keep the ball as much as we can."
The Italian coach believes in being proactive both on and off the ball, a style he began instilling in the team during their first training session at Stanford Stadium.
The USA tour includes five matches across various states, as the country gears up for major football events like the Copa America and the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Maresca acknowledged the growth of soccer in the US, attributing it to players like Lionel Messi joining the MLS.
With a successful stint at Leicester City behind him, Maresca joins Chelsea with a clear goal: to compete and win trophies. Setting a high bar for the upcoming season, he stated:
"When you join a club like Chelsea, you have to try to win trophies or at least compete."
Fans can catch Chelsea's match against Wrexham either in person or via a live stream available on the club's official website and app. As Maresca begins his journey with the Blues, all eyes will be on how his philosophy translates on the pitch.
