Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca expressed his delight after seeing winger Noni Madueke make his senior debut for England in their 2-0 win over Finland. Madueke, who impressed by providing an assist for one of Harry Kane’s two goals, caught the attention of both national team selectors and his club manager.
Maresca, who has been impressed with Madueke’s performances for Chelsea this season, showered praise on the 21-year-old during a press conference.
“It’s a big achievement for all the players to join their international team, especially for Noni,” Maresca told reporters. “We feel very happy for him. He is doing well. The only thing he has to do is not drop a little bit, otherwise it’s no good for him, and he is going to lose all the good things he has done until now. He has to continue to work well, in the proper way.”
Maresca’s comments reflect his confidence in Madueke’s potential but also serve as a reminder to maintain the high standards he has set for himself this season. The Chelsea boss emphasized the importance of sustained effort, indicating that complacency could hinder the winger’s progress.
In addition to celebrating Madueke’s achievement, Maresca also congratulated other Chelsea players who received international call-ups, including Levi Colwill and Portugal’s Renato Veiga. “We feel happy for him, for Levi, and the Portuguese guys like Renato, as it was the first international call for him too. I’m happy for all of them,” Maresca added.
Madueke’s debut for England marks a significant step in his career, and with Maresca’s guidance, he will be looking to carry his form into Chelsea’s upcoming fixtures. The Chelsea faithful will undoubtedly be eager to see how their young talent continues to develop under Maresca’s stewardship.