Chelsea earned a comfortable 3-1 win over Astana in the UEFA Conference League on Thursday, maintaining their perfect record in the competition despite playing in freezing conditions.
TNT Sports pundits Rory Smith and Don Hutchison were full of praise for Chelsea’s display, particularly the performances of Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall and manager Enzo Maresca.
Hutchison suggested that Dewsbury-Hall could be the next player from Maresca’s reserve squad to earn a spot in the first team, following Joao Felix’s rise. Smith agreed, pointing out that players like Jadon Sancho and Pedro Neto also benefited from opportunities in the Conference League.
Both analysts were impressed with Maresca’s ability to revitalize Chelsea after a tough pre-season. Smith speculated that Dewsbury-Hall’s signing might have been a strategic move, as he could help implement Maresca’s tactics and mentor other players.
Overall, the win over Astana highlighted Chelsea’s depth and potential, with Maresca’s tactical expertise and Dewsbury-Hall’s standout performances making a significant impact.
