
Chelsea fans have expressed frustration over Enzo Maresca’s substitution decisions during the 0-0 draw against Everton, particularly his choice to leave Joao Felix on the bench.
The Chelsea manager made no changes until the 75th minute, introducing Christopher Nkunku and Noni Madueke. Despite credible options available, including Felix, no further substitutions were made.
Supporters believe Felix, who played only 30 minutes midweek against Shamrock Rovers and was fit to play, could have influenced the game. Here’s how fans reacted online:
TosspoTo: “Bogey team, a point is fine. Felt this was a game for Felix in the second half either for Palmer or Sancho.”
ArkGoc: “Win or lose. I can’t fathom why Felix can’t have minutes.”
zZurf: “Maresca got a lot wrong today IMO. Didn’t take any risks. Felix should have come on as an extra attacker to go for the win.”
MaleficentPop6537: “How is it that Sancho doesn’t get pulled at the 60th? Give Felix a run out man. Not gonna sit here and say that guarantees us 3 points but we wait and wait and wait to make meaningful subs and it makes little sense.”
StoppedListeningToMe: “I think Maresca waited a bit too long with changes. I thought Felix would do well in tight spaces. Sancho had a poor game and would’ve swapped him instead of Neto.”
ThePsuedo: “Felix can be frustrating but this game was crying out for him.”
Fans remain puzzled by Maresca’s reluctance to use Felix, believing his creativity could have been key in breaking Everton’s defensive setup.