Chelsea coach embarrassed by Brazilian journalist at press conference

Ahead of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup semifinal at MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford — coach Enzo Maresca experienced an embarrassing moment during the press conference.

The Chelsea coach attempted to demonstrate his team’s superiority by comparing the number of matches played by both teams.

“The two teams come to this tournament in different situations. We have played 63 matches. European clubs come to the tournament with different preparation compared to South American teams,” said Maresca.

However, a Brazilian journalist present immediately corrected the statement — Fluminense has actually played 70 matches, more than what the Chelsea coach claimed.