After the match, Maresca shared his thoughts, saying: "I work every day to improve myself. I strive to learn and do my best in every session and game. I also try to identify areas where we can do better and learn from them. It has been a fantastic season, and I'm especially happy for the players. When I first joined the club, I mentioned that I was impressed by the squad, and it's true. However, we've always emphasized that talent alone is not enough. We need teamwork, sacrifice, and a shared game plan for all players to work together effectively."

Maresca also highlighted the importance of his team's message and mindset going into the game. He said: "The message was clear: we're here to win. In the first 10 minutes, the team showed that they were ready to win, which set the tone for the rest of the game. The quality of the players, our game plan, and our experience all contributed to our success."

When discussing Cole Palmer's performance, Maresca noted: "Games like these are where we expect Cole to shine - in big moments and big games. Once again, he showed his exceptional abilities."