Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca commented on his team's victory in the 1/4 final of the English League Cup against Cardiff (3:1).

“This type of matches, after which I will fall even more into the graves, is why you cannot realize how easy it is to stumble, to get stuck - these are approaching games. This season there are teams that will lose to clubs from League 1 or League 2. You need to be respectful.

Cardiff is more than good for organizations. Without the ball the stench is even more intense. We found difficulties in the first half, relying on those that Tyreek is playing poorly, Gyu is playing poorly, Facundo is playing poorly - we need some training to gain rhythm. In the first half we were doing really well without the ball. It was easy for us to create moments, but we were surprised. In other times, we made changes and became shorter. We deserved to win this match.

I am happy that we will play another semi-final. This is what patients deserve. For example, when there is a miraculous moment, I appreciate it even more. I'm always crazy. I have said many times at press conferences that support has always been with us, we understand that in this world, if you don’t overcome, patients cannot be happy. You can’t tell how happy I am for the Gravians - for them this is another final, and for the fans, for everyone.

Estevao has a small meat problem, it’s easier to solve. Vіn will not be available for the match from Newcastle, except for the upcoming. I think you may be available for the upcoming match,” the club’s press service quotes Mareschi as saying.

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