Chelsea claimed a 3-1 win over Cardiff City to advance to the semi-finals of the Carabao Cup, with the Blues eyeing another trophy under Enzo Maresca.

Newcastle United and Chelsea will square off on Saturday afternoon with both clubs looking to bolster their hopes of Champions League qualification.

Fixture: Manchester United vs Bournemouth.

Saturday's 2-0 win at home to Everton ended a four-game winless run across all competitions that has seen Chelsea fall away from pacesetters in the Premier League

Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca revealed that he has not spoken to any member of the club’s hierarchy since unleashing a cryptic message which appeared to be aimed at those in charge in west London.

Chelsea fans sang Enzo Maresca’s name during their Carabao Cup win over Cardiff City as the manager’s trademark grimace was replaced by a broad smile.

The score line didn’t reflect the game at all and Chelsea would have felt relieved to grab two late winning goals – one from the reliable Pedro Neto who put a deflected shot in, and one from a very ti...