Drama erupted at Stamford Bridge last night as Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca hijacked his own team’s 2-0 victory over Everton with a bizarre and cryptic rant, declaring the last 48 hours the “worst” since he joined the club. Instead of celebrating a crucial win that snapped a four-game slump and pushed Chelsea back into the Premier League’s top four, Maresca’s comments plunged the club into fresh controversy.

During the post-match press conference, Maresca was asked a straightforward question about Malo Gusto’s performance in midfield. While he briefly acknowledged his players’ efforts, Maresca quickly turned the spotlight on himself, launching into a tirade about a supposed lack of support from unnamed figures at the club.

“It’s the effort from the players,” Maresca said, before pivoting to his grievances. “We said many times that Reece [James] and Malo [Gusto], they are both full-backs and today they were both midfielders. So, the effort, the open mind, the way they want to learn has been fantastic and this is the reason why I praise the players because with so many problems, they are doing very well after a complicated week.”

But then came the bombshell: “The last 48 hours have been the worst 48 hours since I joined the club because many people didn’t support us. I’m very happy for Malo in that moment, that the effort from Malo and from the rest show that they are all there and they want to help this club.”

Reporters immediately pressed Maresca for details, but he doubled down, repeating, “Worst 48 hours since I joined the club because people didn’t support me and the team.” When asked if he was targeting fans or the media, Maresca backtracked, insisting, “I love the fans and we are very happy with the fans.”

His refusal to name names or clarify his accusations left the media and fans in the dark. Was he taking aim at the board, the dressing room, or the press? Maresca would only offer a vague, “[People] in general. In general.”

This outburst comes after a week of intense scrutiny over Chelsea’s poor form and swirling rumors about Maresca’s job security. The win over Everton, with goals from Cole Palmer and Nicolas Jackson, should have been a turning point. Instead, Maresca’s comments have thrown the club into further turmoil, raising serious questions about unity and support behind the scenes.

Observers at Stamford Bridge were left stunned by the sudden shift in tone. What should have been a routine press conference turned into a spectacle, with Maresca refusing to provide any real answers. “All of a sudden, there were more questions and no answers after Maresca’s shock outburst,” one journalist remarked. “Who was he talking about? Maresca stayed coy and cryptic, leaving everyone guessing.”

The fallout from Maresca’s meltdown is set to dominate headlines, with speculation running wild about the real source of his frustration. For now, Chelsea’s much-needed win has been completely overshadowed, and the club is left facing more uncertainty than ever.