Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has expressed concerns about the artificial surface where they will play against Djurgarden in the Conference League semi-final. The pitch has faced harsh criticism, including from Djurgarden's own manager, Jani Honkavaara, who described it as "horrible." Despite the improvements made to the pitch, Maresca is worried about how it might affect his players, especially since they are not used to such surfaces. Nonetheless, he remains focused on winning and has refused to rest players for this crucial match, highlighting their commitment to reaching the final.
Maresca acknowledged his worries regarding the artificial pitch, admitting that the surface could pose significant issues for his team during the semi-final match.
Despite the unfavorable pitch conditions, Maresca emphasized that Chelsea must compete seriously for a place in the final, without considering player fatigue.
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