World Cup-winning coach faces shocking risk of dismissal

01/01/2026 18:47:00 GameGladiator

Enzo Maresca might be dismissed by Chelsea in the next two days, as the Blues’ management plans to announce a significant decision right at the start of the new year.

According to Sky Sports, Chelsea coach Enzo Maresca faces the possibility of being fired within the first two days of 2026. The Italian tactician is under intense pressure following a poor run of form, with the Blues winning only one of their last seven Premier League matches — the victory over Everton, a game Maresca described as his “worst 48 hours” period since joining the club.

In the latest report from Sky Sports, Chelsea is reportedly considering terminating Maresca’s contract after a disastrous Decemberthat caused the team to fall out of the title race and slip to fifth place in the Premier League table, 15 points behind leaders Arsenal.

ANH (16) — Sky Sports reports that Enzo Maresca could be sacked by Chelsea within 48 hours (Photo: The Sun).

The West London club suffered defeats against Leeds United and Atalanta in domestic and Champions League competitions at the start of December. In Europe’s top tournament, Chelsea currently sits 13th in the standings, meaning they must win against Pafos and Napoli in the last two matches to keep a chance for a direct spot in the round of 16.

In December, Chelsea also drew twice with Bournemouth and once with Newcastle United before losing 1-2 to Aston Villa last weekend. This defeat means they have dropped a total of 13 points from leading positions in the Premier League this season, including 6 points lost at their home ground, Stamford Bridge.

A rare bright spot is Chelsea’s qualification for the Carabao Cup semi-finals, where they will face Arsenal over two legs next month. However, the 3-1 win over Cardiff City, the current leaders of League One, in the quarter-finals was seen as an expected result.

G9hz5b3WgAARCby — Despite helping the club win the Conference League and FIFA Club World Cup in his first season, Maresca now faces the threat of dismissal (Photo: X).

Sky Sports states that Maresca’s future will soon be decided: “There is no guarantee Maresca will still be in charge of Chelsea for the upcoming match against Manchester City this Sunday, amid a fractured relationship with the club. Maresca himself is reconsidering his position, feeling the situation has become irreparable. His contract runs until summer 2029, with an option to extend for another year. Important developments at Stamford Bridge are expected to occur on Thursday and Friday..”

In his first full season managing Chelsea, Maresca led the team to win the Conference League and FIFA Club World Cup, while finishing fourth in the Premier League to secure a Champions League spot this season.

Currently, Chelsea ranks 13th in the Champions League standings, two points behind the top 8 teams who qualify directly for the round of 16. If they finish between 9th and 24th, they will have to play two-legged playoffs to advance. In the Premier League, Chelsea faces a tough schedule next monthwith matches against Fulham (away, January 7), Brentford (home, January 17), and Crystal Palace (away, January 25).

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According to Sky Sports, Chelsea coach Enzo Maresca could be dismissed within the first two days of 2026. The Italian manager is under immense pressure after a poor run, with the Blues winning only once in their last seven Premier League games, the victory over Everton, which Maresca described as his “worst 48 hours” since joining the club.

The latest Sky Sports report says Chelsea is considering ending Maresca’s contract after a disastrous December that pushed the club out of the title race and down to fifth place in the Premier League, 15 points behind leaders Arsenal.

Sky Sports reports that Enzo Maresca could be sacked by Chelsea within 48 hours (Photo: The Sun).

The West London club lost to Leeds United and Atalanta in domestic and Champions League competitions at the start of December. In Europe’s premier tournament, Chelsea currently stands 13th, meaning they must win against Pafos and Napoli in the last two matches to maintain a chance for a direct round of 16 spot.

A rare highlight is Chelsea’s qualification for the Carabao Cup semi-finals, where they will face Arsenal over two legs next month. However, the 3-1 win over Cardiff City, the League One leaders, in the quarter-finals was considered an expected outcome.

Despite leading the club to win the Conference League and FIFA Club World Cup in his first season, Maresca now faces the threat of being dismissed (Photo: X).

Sky Sports revealed that Maresca’s future will soon be decided: “There is no certainty Maresca will still manage Chelsea in the upcoming match against Manchester City this Sunday, given the strained relationship with the club. Maresca himself is reconsidering his position, feeling the situation is beyond repair. His contract runs until summer 2029, with an option to extend for another year. Key developments at Stamford Bridge are expected Thursday and Friday..”

In his first full season managing Chelsea, Maresca helped the team win the Conference League and FIFA Club World Cup, while finishing fourth in the Premier League to secure a Champions League spot this season.

Currently, Chelsea ranks 13th in the Champions League standings, two points behind the top 8 teams who qualify directly for the round of 16. If they finish between 9th and 24th, they will have to play two-legged playoffs to advance. In the Premier League, Chelsea faces a challenging schedule next month, with matches against Fulham (away, January 7), Brentford (home, January 17), and Crystal Palace (away, January 25).