Marc Guiu Shines in Chelsea’s Victory Over Nottingham Forest

LONDON, England — Marc Guiu‘s timing could not have been better as he made significant contributions to Chelsea‘s 3-0 victory over Nottingham Forest on Saturday. The 19-year-old striker, who recently expressed his desire for more playing time, stepped up when called upon by Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca.

Giulia approached Maresca a few weeks ago after training, seeking clarity on his limited game involvement this season. Sources close to the situation emphasized that the discussion was respectful and showed Guiu’s eagerness to improve. Maresca, a former player, understood Guiu’s desire to contribute and encouraged him to keep working hard in training.

Just a day after their conversation, Guiu came off the bench against Liverpool, helping shift momentum with his energetic presence. In Chelsea’s match against Nottingham Forest, he was substituted in with 16 minutes left and played the full second half, making his mark on the game.

Although Guiu did not score or assist, his performance was pivotal. He helped solidify Chelsea’s lead after coming on when the match was goalless, allowing his teammates to find scoring opportunities. He played a key role in both goals that put Chelsea ahead.

With his intelligent run to the near post, Guiu distracted the defenders, allowing Josh Acheampong to score. Following that, he earned a free kick that resulted in a second goal. Maresca praised Guiu’s efforts, noting his ability to disrupt Nottingham Forest’s defense.

The young forward’s performance comes after a period of inactivity following his return from a loan spell at Sunderland. Chelsea recalled Guiu due to a teammate’s injury, which temporarily opened the door for him at Stamford Bridge.

As the team heads into a Champions League match against Ajax, Guiu may find himself starting again as Joao Pedro is suspended. This is a vital moment for Guiu to secure his place and continue his development with Chelsea.

Despite being aware of the challenges that lie ahead, Guiu is optimistic about his future contributions to the team.