Unfair scheduling was to blame for Cole Palmer starting on bench – Enzo Maresca

Enzo Maresca and Cole Palmer after the game (Zac Goodwin/PA)

Enzo Maresca blamed the quick turnaround for his selection gamble after starting Cole Palmer on the bench in Chelsea’s 0-0 draw at Brentford.

The Italian felt it was unfair that the Blues had 24 hours less than Brentford to prepare for the west London derby, having played Tottenham at home on Thursday.