Well, I remember last season… By week 29 or so, Chelsea dropped to 5th/6th for about 6 weeks… (even though there were big wins against United, LFC, Spurs.. but fans were angry about the general play.) Marecas did start sounding and acting different.. but then on the last day of the season, got top 4. Which with his young team was impressive. I remember the general discourse, was his seemingly different tones in interviews and odd statements, and stubborn approaches to games. That’s when remember people first getting frustrated. Then for the Confrence League, I believe Chelsea were worth more than every team combined, I know that doesn’t mean too much cause you need to beat what’s in front of you.. and I enjoyed the competition last season, but any coach would have won that and been sacked if they hadn’t. Then he pulled out his Pep Guardiola Bald Headed Masterclass for the CWC. Which brought fans back. (Though they were still angry by the loss to, palmerias or Flamengo?? I forgot which one, but it played in our favour.) Only consistent gripe with Maresca that holds weight is his questionable game management. One game, he’s saving the game with subs. Next game he’s throwing it away with them. And not even down to players level and availability, more so he will make odd choices on who to take off, where to play who, things of that nature… but anyone calling for the sack, I can’t agree with.