Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca will be banned from the touchline for Chelsea’s upcoming Premier League match against Aston Villa on December 27, 2025. This suspension comes after Maresca received his third booking of the season during Chelsea’s 2-2 draw with Newcastle United.
The match at Stamford Bridge is the first of two London trips for Aston Villa during the festive period, with their next game being against Premier League leaders Arsenal at The Emirates three days later.
Maresca explained his booking was due to his complaints about inconsistent refereeing decisions. He said, “I was complaining just because the same foul was a yellow card for us and they did exactly the same foul three times. Make a foul from behind and no yellow card. So I was just complaining why the same foul, one is yellow card and the other one is no yellow card. So this is the reason why I complained with the referee.”
Despite Maresca’s absence from the touchline, Chelsea are expected to welcome back Brazilian talent Estevao for the Villa match. The 18-year-old has missed the last two games due to injury but could be available on the bench against Aston Villa.
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I cant believe they banned Maresca! Its unfair, hes just trying to do his job. Let the man coach!
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Wow, what a blow for Chelsea! Maresca banned from the touchline for the Villa game. Will this affect their performance? Lets discuss!
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Wow, what a blow for Chelsea! Do you think Marescas touchline ban will affect their performance against Aston Villa? Lets discuss!
Do you think the touchline ban for Chelsea Manager Enzo Maresca will affect their performance against Aston Villa? Lets discuss!
Seems harsh. Enzo Maresca banned from the touchline? Whats your take on this? Fair punishment or too strict? Lets discuss.