Mariska: We can't play with seven strikers, and that's what matters to me

Chelsea coach Enzo Maresca appeared in a press conference, to talk about tomorrow’s confrontation against Brighton, in the sixth round of the English Premier League.


The coach said: “Jackson and Nkunku? Be honest with him and everyone about their participation. Maybe you told them.” From day one we cannot play with seven attacking players.”


He added: “Jackson played in the English Premier League and scored two goals and Nkunku played the other day and scored three goals. The important thing is that they compete with each other and that They are ready when we give them minutes.”


He continued: “This is good because neither of them can back down and that means the other can get more chances, while thinking and knowing that it is impossible for them to be on the same page.” level throughout the season because this is not possible.”


And he continued: “Do you find the Premier League easier than you expected? As we said, we are in two or three weeks where there is no noise around the team. This is important, but I think it is not It's easy, I expected it, in terms of hard work but at the same time nice and exciting, so I'm happy."


On the possibility of getting the Coach of the Month award: "Just focusing on the game, I think it's the most important thing. If we can win. It's also important to keep this momentum going, that's the only thing I really care about. I'll be happy to finally share three points with the home fans. This is the most important thing.”


He noted: “After the last match, I think it is good for me to have some doubts which means they are performing well. They have earned the opportunity, when we give it to them, we need to continue to do that because I think we are creating the right culture in terms of the team and the competition and that is important.”


He stressed: “It is important that the players give their best when given the opportunity.” They have the opportunity, even if it is 5 minutes, 10 minutes, half an hour, or from the beginning, so it is important.”


He concluded: “Romeo Lavia is available for tomorrow, and the only player who is not available is Reece James. We will see.” Lavia if he can play the full 90 minutes, we have another session now and then we will decide. The most important thing is that he is finally back."