LONDON:

Chelsea quelled criticism of Enzo Maresca's rotation policy with a 3-0 win against Wolves featuring the first goal of Malo Gusto's career on Saturday.

Former Manchester United star Wayne Rooney said senior players should "question" Maresca's selections after the Italian made seven changes for a 2-2 draw against Azerbaijani minnows Qarabag in the Champions League on Wednesday.

Having defended himself from Rooney's jibe by insisting the physical demands on players are greater than ever, Maresca made eight changes at Stamford Bridge.

It was the sixth consecutive match that Maresca had made seven or more alterations and the move paid off with a strong second half performance that lifted Chelsea into second place in the Premier League.

French defender Gusto, who arrived from Lyon i

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