Speaking live from Stamford Bridge, the Chelsea coach praised Jadon Sancho for his outstanding debut against Bournemouth. “I couldn’t take my eyes off him; he came on and changed the game,” he said. “Sancho is an X-factor. His decision to join us was never in doubt, and we have big things ahead of us starting now.” The coach expressed gratitude to Manchester United for letting go of their top winger, noting that Sancho provided the game-winning assist in his very first appearance. “You are the key to this, no doubt,” he added. Sancho, playing in his first Premier League match in over a year, assisted Christopher Nkunku’s winning goal at Vitality Stadium, completed two dribbles, and created two chances. Chelsea’s manager Maresca was clearly impressed with the 24-year-old star’s decisive role in the 1-0 victory, saying, “You’re unreal. I never doubted you.”

Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca was full of excitement as he praised Jadon Sancho following the winger’s impactful debut against Bournemouth.

Sancho, who recently joined Chelsea from Manchester United, made an immediate impression in his first Premier League appearance in over a year, delivering a crucial assist that secured a 1-0 victory for the Blues at the Vitality Stadium.

 

In his post-match interview, Maresca expressed his admiration, saying, “I couldn’t take my eyes off him. Sancho came on and completely transformed the game. His touch, vision, and ability to break down defenses — Sancho is an X-factor, a player who can change the game at any moment. I never doubted his move to Chelsea, and tonight he showed why we worked so hard to sign him.”

 

Maresca went on to thank Manchester United for letting go of Sancho, declaring, “We took your best winger, and he proved it in his first match with us. To United, I say: ‘You are the problem.'”

 

Sancho entered the game in the 65th minute, with Chelsea struggling to break Bournemouth’s defense. His introduction instantly changed the pace, as he created two key chances, completed two dribbles, and was central to Chelsea’s attacks. His highlight moment came in the 85th minute, providing a perfectly timed assist to Christopher Nkunku for the match-winning goal.

 

Sancho’s return to Premier League action has been highly anticipated, especially after a difficult spell at Manchester United. Maresca’s belief in the 24-year-old was evident, and Sancho’s debut couldn’t have gone better.

 

“You are unreal, Jadon. I never doubted you for a second,” Maresca said, praising Sancho’s ability to make a difference in tight matches.

 

The victory lifts Chelsea up the Premier League table, and Sancho’s standout performance has generated excitement among fans and promises more thrilling displays to come. Social media erupted with praise for Sancho, as Chelsea supporters eagerly anticipate seeing more from their new star in upcoming fixtures.