Chelsea faces a tight schedule this week, with three Premier League fixtures in just eight days. Following Sunday’s commanding 3-0 victory over Aston Villa, the Blues are already back to work at Cobham to recover and prepare for their midweek clash against Southampton.

Sunday’s Success

Chelsea’s impressive performance against Villa featured goals from Nicolas Jackson, Enzo Fernandez, and Cole Palmer. Head coach Enzo Maresca lauded his team for their disciplined display, emphasizing their effectiveness both on and off the ball:

On the ball: “We played the way we prepared, showing patience against a defensively strong Villa side.”Off the ball: “Our aggression and pressing made a big difference.”

The victory highlighted Chelsea’s tactical growth under Maresca, with the coach expressing confidence in the team’s trajectory.

Looking Ahead

With minimal time to rest, Maresca and his coaching staff are focused on maintaining momentum as they prepare to face bottom-of-the-table Southampton on Wednesday evening. While Southampton presents a different challenge, Chelsea will aim to replicate their intensity and discipline.

Recovery and Training

Players who featured heavily against Villa focused on recovery Monday, while those who didn’t play trained intensively to stay sharp. Maresca’s rotational strategy will likely come into play as the team navigates this demanding period.

With Chelsea moving into third place in the Premier League standings, level with Arsenal, their ability to handle this packed schedule will be crucial in maintaining their strong position in the race for the title.