In the Club World Cup this summer, Chelsea defeated Paris Saint-Germain to win the Club World Cup championship without being optimistic. Coach Maresca's tactics have been recognized many times. English football legend Hiller expressed his views on the prospects of Chelsea in the new season.
Hiller said: "Given the achievements of Chelsea in the 2024-25 season, the just-winning Club World Cup championship and the players signed, if someone dares to say that Chelsea cannot compete for the championship in the new season, then this person can be said to be very bold. I think you must include Chelsea in the championship competition."
"Maresca's coaching performance in the Club World Cup final is a master level, because Paris Saint-Germain's style of playing all season is effective. Why do they change it? But I think Maresca has made some minor adjustments, such as high-pressing strategies, which have played perfectly. He not only performed well in this event, but also throughout the season, and he deserves high praise. ”
"I don't think anyone could have expected this because you know what happened to Chelsea and what happened before. If you can't win anything, you'll know what will happen. Maresca is able to stay at Chelsea for a reason, he knows how the club works. He did a very good job and it was true. "
"Once Joao Pedro joined Chelsea and scored two goals immediately, plus the team signed Drapp, if someone was replaced, I would guess that person would be Nicholas Jackson. I wouldn't be surprised if they had recommended him to other clubs and asked about it." ”