Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca did not hold back after his side fell to a disappointing 3-1 defeat against Leeds United , a result that stunned many considering the Blues' recent run of strong performances across competitions, Softfootball reports.
The defeat came as a surprise, especially with the confidence Chelsea had built in recent weeks. The Blues had just dismantled Barcelona 3-0 in the Champions League and showcased remarkable resilience against Arsenal, playing with 10 men yet still securing a respectable 1-1 draw. But against Leeds, Chelsea looked far from that version of themselves, lacking composure, control, and sharpness throughout the night.
According to Fabrizio Romano via his official X handle , reacting after the match, Maresca said:
