Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca has sparked confusion after describing the 48 hours leading into Saturday’s 2-0 win over Everton as the “worst since I joined the club”.

The Blues’ victory at Stamford Bridge ended a four-game winless run across all competitions, in which they drew with Arsenal and Bournemouth and lost to Leeds United in the Premier League, before falling to defeat against Atalanta.

Malo Gusto assisted Cole Palmer ’s opener before adding a goal of his own before half-time, in a standout display.

Asked about the full-back’s performance, Maresca was quick to praise both Gusto and club captain Reece James before venting over a frustrating few days.

“It's the effort from the players,” he said. “We said many times that Reece and Malo are both full-backs, and today they

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