“He Was in Real Pain!” — Maresca Speaks Out on Moisés Caicedo Injury Scare Ahead of Club World Cup Final Against PSG
BREAKING: Chelsea fans held their breath as Moisés Caicedo limped off late in the second half of the Club World Cup semi-final, raising serious concerns just days before the highly anticipated final against Paris Saint-Germain.
The Ecuadorian midfielder, renowned for his relentless energy and combative play, appeared in visible discomfort and had to be assisted off the pitch. With the showdown against PSG looming, fears of a potential midfield crisis quickly spread across social media.
In the post-match press conference, Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca provided a mixed but somewhat hopeful update on Caicedo’s condition.
“He felt tightness and some discomfort in the closing minutes,” Maresca revealed. “It wasn’t an impact injury, more of a muscle strain. With the final so close, we didn’t want to take any risks. He’ll undergo a full assessment tonight and again tomorrow.”
When pressed on the midfielder’s availability for Sunday’s final, Maresca gave fans a reason to remain cautiously optimistic.
“If everything goes well in the next 48 hours, there’s a strong possibility he’ll be ready. Moisés is a fighter. Even if there’s a 10% chance to play, he’ll push to be on that pitch.”
The statement sparked a mix of hope and concern among supporters, especially given Chelsea’s track record of bringing injured players back too quickly.
The midfield partnership of Caicedo, Enzo Fernández, and Conor Gallagher has been central to Chelsea’s recent form. With PSG’s midfield featuring the likes of Mbappé, Ugarte, and Vitinha, Caicedo’s presence could prove vital in what promises to be a high-stakes battle.
As the countdown to Sunday begins, Chelsea fans around the world will be anxiously awaiting updates. One thing is certain: Caicedo’s fitness could be the key to lifting the Club World Cup — or falling heartbreakingly short.
