EPL: “You Cannot Continue to Give Away Presents” — Maresca Slams Chelsea After 3–1 Loss to Brighton

Sele Media Africa Reported by Mafeng Gyang Adams

EPL: “You Cannot Continue to Give Away Presents” — Maresca Slams Chelsea After 3–1 Loss to Brighton

London, UK – September 28, 2025 Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca has issued a strong rebuke to his players following their shocking 3–1 home defeat to Brighton, lamenting what he called “unacceptable errors” and warning the team to stop “giving away presents.”The Premier League clash at Stamford Bridge saw Chelsea reduced to 10 men after a reckless red card, marking the club’s third sending-off in five games, and again proving costly in their bid to climb the table. (Source: BBC Sport, Sky Sports, The Athletic).

Chelsea took an early lead through Christopher Nkunku but collapsed defensively after Levi Colwill was sent off in the 36th minute. Brighton capitalised with goals from Evan Ferguson, João Pedro, and Kaoru Mitoma, handing the Blues their fourth league defeat of the season. Speaking after the match, Maresca did not mince words: “We started well, but again, we’re giving away presents. You cannot continue to do that in the Premier League. It’s killing us.” He expressed frustration over the team’s poor discipline and individual lapses, warning that improvement is urgently needed. Despite heavy summer investment, Chelsea sit 10th on the EPL table, with mounting pressure on Maresca amid a string of inconsistent performances. (Source: ESPN FC, Football.London).

Fan reaction has been fierce, with some supporters calling for tactical changes and more accountability on the pitch.

Sele Media Africa will continue monitoring Chelsea’s turbulent campaign under Enzo Maresca.

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