Nuno Espirito Santo expressed delight at his aspect’s displaying as ten-man Nottingham Forest held on for some extent in opposition to Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.
Chris Wooden opened the scoring for Forest shortly after the break however Noni Madueke levelled for the hosts lower than ten minutes later.
James Ward-Prowse was proven his marching orders after a second reserving on 78-minutes however the guests held on for a powerful consequence in opposition to Enzo Maresca’s high-flying Blues.
The consequence strikes Forest as much as ninth within the desk, whereas Chelsea stay in fourth.
“I feel first half we have been properly organised. I assumed we have been in a position to actually management Chelsea,” stated Espirito Santo.
“There was a giant staff effort to assist cowl the house and on the similar time I felt we had good possession of the ball.
“So the sport was actually balanced however the second half is what everybody will bear in mind as a result of it was up and down, it was stretched.
“However I used to be pleased with the onerous work of the boys.
“In the long run, for us, the way in which we competed, is what’s most optimistic for us.”
“I’m pleased with the onerous work of the boys”
Nuno Espírito Santo on his aspect’s hard- fought level at Stamford Bridge pic.twitter.com/UA3UQOvwCM
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Maresca stated he believed his Chelsea aspect deserved to win,
“The efficiency was superb, I assumed we managed the sport.
“However they [Forest] are an excellent staff. They defended very properly.
“With the purple card, the sport turns into a little bit bit tougher since you suppose that it’s easier with yet another participant, however the way in which they defended was unbelievable.
“However the efficiency was good.”
“We’re bettering day-to-day” 🗣️
Enzo Maresca reacts to Chelsea’s 1-1 draw in opposition to Nottingham Forest pic.twitter.com/fX3gfzIkZt
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The Chelsea was happy along with his staff’s potential to create possibilities however, when addressing the membership’s robust begin, he admitted he’ll hold his gamers grounded.
“We’re bettering day-by-day,” Maresca added.
“When it comes to outcomes we’re completely happy. However I feel that must be one thing for the followers, not for us.
“Crucial factor for us is to be targeted on the way in which we wish to play. This must be our fundamental focus.”
Subsequent up for Chelsea is a visit to league leaders Liverpool after the worldwide break, whereas Forest host struggling Crystal Palace.