Chelsea's first season under Enzo Maresca will be judged largely by where they finish in the Premier League table. The final seven fixtures — starting with City on Sunday 12 April — are the determining period. The European qualification target requires Chelsea to pick up enough points to stay ahead of the clubs below them in the standings. Based on the current table, approximately 13-15 points from seven games secures a European spot. The schedule includes a mix of home and away fixtures, with varying degrees of difficulty. The home games at Stamford Bridge — where Chelsea have been most reliable this season — are the foundation. The away fixtures require the kind of professional performances that Maresca's side has delivered inconsistently. The key variable: other results. Chelsea's final position depends partly on what the teams below them do in the same period. A strong run from a direct rival could change the picture even if Chelsea are winning. The approach should be simple: focus on points per game, not the table. Win Sunday. Win the next game. Accumulate. Maresca's system and squad quality give Chelsea enough to finish the job. Sunday is the statement that starts it. 📅 Sun 12 Apr, 07:30 UTC | Stamford Bridge 🏆 GW30 | Maresca's Season Verdict