Enzo Maresca criticised Chelsea’s tactics as being too defensive, which he blamed on Mauricio Pochettino’s philosophy.
In the last friendly match against Real Madrid, the team lost 2-1 in their final friendly match of their U. S. tour, and Maresca called for changes.
In the defensive aspect, the Blues were disorganized frequently allowing Madrid to exploit space with simple passes.
Addressing Defensive Issues
Maresca revealed that changing the high defensive line is an issue that has been addressed since the pre-season.
He learned in their first meeting that due to this strategy, the team had conceded many goals the previous year.
“On the attacking front, we are improving,” he added in an interview with Skysports. While pointing out that the team had displayed good attacking formation and ability to create opportunities.
But he said that defensive adjustments are very important, not only in the defensive line, but with all the players.
In a recent report from Sportsbuddy, Former Chelsea defender expressed his worry for Enzo Maresca citing he could be sacked before Christmas.
Chelsea will next play their first official match against Inter Milan after their U. S. tour.
Preparing for Manchester City
Chelsea’s Premier League opener is against Manchester City on August 18.
To avert similar mistakes, Maresca is willing to reduce the height of the defensive line by about four to five meters.
‘It is a habit from the last year or previous years’, he pointed out.
This adjustment aims to prevent City from capitalizing on their defensive weaknesses.
Maresca also looks forward to the implementation of these changes that he believes will address the problems before the start of the season.
