Europe Chelsea’s Enzo Maresca Faces Touchline Ban After Yellow Card Scandal

Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has been handed a one-match touchline ban after accumulating three yellow cards this season. His most recent card came after his overzealous celebrations following Pedro Neto's dramatic stoppage-time winner against Fulham on April 20. Maresca will miss the upcoming Premier League match against Everton but is expected to return for the crucial fixture against Liverpool in May.

HIGHLIGHTS:​

• Maresca banned for Chelsea’s home clash with Everton after accumulating three yellow cards.
• The ban follows his celebration after Chelsea’s 2-1 victory over Fulham.
• Assistant manager Willy Caballero will take over on the touchline for the Everton match.
• The win lifted Chelsea to 5th place, just ahead of Nottingham Forest in the Champions League race.
• Maresca will return to manage the team against Liverpool in early May.

Maresca’s suspension might be a blow to Chelsea, especially as they push for a Champions League spot, but assistant manager Willy Caballero’s experience could provide stability. Fans will hope Chelsea can maintain their momentum against Everton without their head coach. With Maresca’s return just around the corner, Chelsea’s Champions League hopes remain in their hands.