Thu May 08 19:50:00 UTC 2025: ## Chelsea Eye Conference League Glory as Return to Top Form
**London, England** – Chelsea assistant coach Enzo Maresca has declared winning the UEFA Europa Conference League as crucial for signaling the club’s return to its former glory. With a commanding 4-1 lead over Djurgården after the first leg of their semi-final, the Blues are on the verge of a final appearance. A victory would mark a significant achievement, potentially making Chelsea the first team to win all three major UEFA club competitions.
“It’s very important for us,” Maresca stated, emphasizing the importance of trophy wins for restoring Chelsea’s prestige. “Winning a trophy is a statement, and you could then say Chelsea are back.” He acknowledged their current position in the Conference League as a stepping stone, adding, “If you play Conference, the only trophy you can win is the Conference. I think it’s a good starting point.”
Ahead of Thursday’s second leg, Maresca confirmed the squad is injury-free, with the potential return of young midfielder Marc Guiu adding further strength. Guiu, Chelsea’s top scorer in the competition with six goals, has been sidelined for three months with a hamstring injury but is nearing full fitness. “Maybe it’s better for Marc to have a few more days of training, but he is very close to being back with us,” Maresca said. The match is poised to be a significant step in Chelsea’s ambitions for a triumphant return to the European elite.
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