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Read moreNo Maresca, no problem? Chelsea’s late draw at Man City a blow for Guardiola & Co.
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Read moreMaresca made Chelsea world champions. Six months later, he’s gone. What happened?
Open Extended Reactions The reigning FIFA Club World Cup champions’ coach is out of a job. Enzo Maresca’s 18-month tenure
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