Maresca: Liverpool forced us to retreat to the defense, but we deserve to win with the opportunity created

In May 5th, in the 35th round of the Premier League, Chelsea defeated Liverpool, which had already secured the championship, with a score of 3-1 at Stamford Bridge. After this game, the Blues temporarily ranked fifth in the standings and are in a relatively favorable position in the competition for Champions League qualification. Chelsea coach Maresca expressed his views on the topics related to the game.

Regarding the team's performance throughout the game, we scored a very important three-pointer, especially at this stage of the season. Liverpool showed why they are so good. They force us to take a backward defense, even if we don't like it.

Regarding how the team gets an important victory

We plan to play an aggressive game and play the way we want, and they force us to adopt different game plans. However, the players adapted well. With the opportunities we have created on the court, we deserve to win this game.

Regarding the victory over Liverpool, we have no plans to pull back and wait for opportunities, but Liverpool forced us to do so, which shows why they are Premier League champions because they are a top team.

About the team's recent performance

Since I started working with this team, the players have impressed me and they have done a very good job. If we can be in the top five of the league, it will be a very wonderful season and they can understand that. In my opinion, all the players impressed me.

It is unquestionable that Chelsea must compete for the Champions League qualification at the end of the season. I hope we can compete for something more important in the future. Now, we are in the top five in the Premier League, and hope to be in this position in the end.