Chelsea Start Alonso Era with Exciting 3-2 Win at Fulham
- On Monday, Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso began his tenure with a 3-2 victory against West London neighbors Fulham at Craven Cottage, with Joao Pedro, Morgan Rogers, and Cole Palmer all scoring.
- Joao Pedro ignited the match with a goal after just 31 seconds, setting the tone for an attacking display as Cole Palmer added a second-half strike after being fed by Pedro.
- Record signing Morgan Rogers justified his £117 million transfer fee by scoring in the 41st minute, part of Chelsea's around £350 million summer investment to overhaul the squad.
- Defensive vulnerabilities persisted as goalkeeper Robert Sanchez fumbled a Josh King equalizer in the 24th minute and failed to stop a header from debutant Gonzalo Garcia in the 54th.
- Midfielder Enzo Fernandez faced loud boos from home fans upon entering as a substitute midway through the second half, signaling ongoing tension regarding the player's presence at the club.
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After a disadvised season, FC Chelsea under Xabi Alonso will start with a victory. He has made the Blues a real football team again.
Chelsea start Alonso era with exciting 3-2 win at neighbours Fulham
Chelsea began life under new coach Xabi Alonso with a breathless 3-2 victory at West London neighbours Fulham in the Premier League on Monday as their exciting front three of Joao Pedro, Morgan Rogers and Cole Palmer all found the net. Chelsea got off to a dream start after 31 seconds when Palmer – looking […]
For the final game of the very first day of the English championship, the Xabi Alonso Blues won last night against the Cottagers d'Alvaro Arbeloa (3-2). A match where each team showed beautiful things, but also frailties.
After a last disadvised season, Chelsea FC starts with a victory against Fulham in the chapter under coach Xabi Alonso. Cole Palmer is the decisive factor for the success.
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