Maresca will face Liverpool, who have just been crowned Premier League champions. The Italian coach believes it's a tradition for the team to give a guard of honour to the champions, and Chelsea will do so out of respect. Maresca acknowledges that Liverpool has been consistent throughout the season, while Chelsea had a mix of good and bad periods.

He also notes that Liverpool has more experienced players who know how to win games, which is an area where Chelsea can improve. Maresca is confident that his players know what it's like to win the Premier League, but giving a guard of honour might inspire them to strive for similar success in the future.

Maresca was also asked if Chelsea needs more leaders in their squad, similar to Liverpool's Virgil van Dijk. He believes that investing in experienced players will help the team close the gap with top clubs. Maresca is optimistic about the growth of his current players, including Levi Colwill, and hopes they will develop into leaders in the future.

Finally, Maresca provided updates on injured players Christopher Nkunku and Robert Sanchez, stating that the medical staff will provide more information on their conditions today.