
Maresca backs Palmer despite penalty miss, predicting more goals as he takes charge.
Premier league: Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca backs Cole Palmer after penalty miss against Leicester
Enzo Maresca, the manager of Chelsea, has come out in defense of Cole Palmer after his penalty miss in the 1-0 win against struggling Premier League side Leicester City. This unfortunate miss brought an end to the playmaker's perfect record from the spot and also extended his goal drought to nine matches across all competitions.
Maresca defends Palmer after penalty miss
Maresca stood by Palmer after the crucial penalty miss which could have sealed the victory. The England international has been struggling to find the back of the net in recent matches but his manager remains supportive of his efforts.
The video featuring Maresca defending Palmer can be viewed above.
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Friday 14th Mar 2025