The manager also expressed surprise at the team's overall performance, stating that they struggled in some moments but not throughout the entire game. He acknowledged that they need to learn from their mistakes and improve for the upcoming match against Bournemouth.

Regarding the trip to Bournemouth, Maresca expects a similar intense game, similar to Leeds, and believes his team needs to be better prepared. He dismissed the idea that the team's lack of experience was a factor in their loss, citing the presence of experienced players who were either suspended or injured.

Maresca also discussed the need to manage the team's senior players due to their long-term injury records. He expressed his desire to see players like Pedro Neto, Moises Caicedo, Reece James, and Romeo Lavia play consistently, but acknowledged that they need to be protected and managed due to their history of injuries.

Regarding Romeo Lavia's injury, Maresca stated that it's a muscle problem and that they don't know yet when he will be back.

Finally, Maresca addressed his decision to substitute Estevao Willian at halftime during the defeat at Leeds, citing concerns that the teenager was being targeted by the opposition and needed to be managed to avoid burnout.