"Warra team", "We are winning" - Chelsea fans delighted as Enzo Maresca makes 11 changes to the starting XI
Chelsea fans have reacted positively to Enzo Maresca's lineup for their Premier League clash with Nottingham Forest on Sunday (October 6). The Blues' manager has made 11 changes to the starting XI that will face Nuno Espirito Santo's men at Stamford Bridge on Sunday, October 6.
No player who started in their win over Gent was named in the starting XI. They defeated the Belgian side 4-2 in the UEFA Conference League on Thursday, October 3.
Ahead of the game against Nottingham Forest, the club revealed their starting XI on X. Robert Sanchez is in goal and is protected by a centre-back pairing of Wesley Fofana and Levi Collwill. Marc Cucurella and Malo Gusto have also been named as full-backs.
Enzo Fernandes captains the side and is joined in the midfield by Moises Caicedon and the red-hot Cole Palmer. Jadon Sancho, Noni Madueke, and Nicolas Jackson lead the attack for the Blues.
Following the release of the lineup for the clash against Nottingham Forest, fans took to X to express their delight.
"WARRA TEAMMMM," one fan who was obviously pleased with the lineup posted.
"We are winning. Chelsea fans I'm following everyone who likes this post," another fan wrote.
"Right squad, let’s win please," a fan wrote.
"My guys are ready; Chelsea army are set," another tweeted.
"Unchanged team ! Huge opportunity for Noni to get back on the score sheet. Neto, Felix & Nkunku on the bench again," another fan commented.
"Brother I sound like a broken record but look at that bench, this is generational depth," one user wrote, impressed by the quality of players on the Blues' bench.
Chelsea will look to continue their fine run of form and record a sixth straight victory across competitions when they clash with Nottingham Forest.
How have Chelsea performed at home this season?
The Blues have played six games across competitions at Stamford Bridge this season, recording four wins, a draw, and a loss. Their only defeat at home this season came in their league opener, a 2-0 loss to Manchester City.
Maresca's team defeated Swiss club Servette 2-1 in the Conference League qualifiers. They were then held to a 1-1 draw by Crystal Palace in the league.
Since then, the Blues have been performing impressively at home. They won 5-0 against Barrow in the EFL Cup, and also secured victories against Brighton & Hove Albion and Gent with scores of 4-2 in the Premier League and Conference League, respectively.