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UNCOVERED: 2 | History Defined

Cole Palmer highlights key difference in Chelsea role under Xabi Alonso

Palmer scored and assisted in the win over Fulham that opened Chelsea’s Premier League campaign

The Independent UK

Why Chelsea are SERIOUS title contenders

Chelsea showed some very promising signs against Fulham on the opening day in their 3-2 win. So, naturally, Adam Clery investigates their title-challenging credentials for the new Premier League season. Chelsea's front three of Cole Palmer, Morgan Rogers and Joao Pedro looked clinical in the attacking areas, but will their…

The Independent UK

Chelsea offer thrilling glimpse of Xabi Alonso future as ideal blueprint revealed

Familiar problems remain for Blues against Fulham, but attacking trio shine

Evening Standard

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Morgan Rogers sends ominous warning to Chelsea’s rivals after debut goal

Morgan Rogers scored on his Chelsea debut as Xabi Alonso’s men beat Fulham 3-2 on Monday night

The Independent UK

Alonso makes winning start with Chelsea as Rogers scores on debut

LONDON - Xabi Alonso won his first game as Chelsea boss thanks to Morgan Rogers's debut goal and Joao Pedro's strike after just 31 seconds of a pulsating 3-2 victory against Fulham on Monday.

Bangkok Post

Xabi Alonso explains why Chelsea will not be built around Cole Palmer and Morgan Rogers

Manager does not want to overemphasise his front three despite impressing against Fulham

Evening Standard

Xabi Alonso defends Robert Sanchez after Chelsea warned goalkeeping errors will ‘haunt’ title charge

Fulham twice benefited from errors by Chelsea keeper Robert Sanchez in a five-goal thriller

The Independent UK

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Three things we learned from Chelsea win as Xabi Alonso facing familiar problem

Quality of Blues’ goalkeeping talent under scrutiny again

Evening Standard

What Chelsea’s madcap win over Fulham proves about new era of Premier League - and their title chances

Fulham 2-3 Chelsea: Both sides were punished in an end-to-end game heavy on attacking prowess but light on defensive ability

The Independent UK

Chelsea player ratings vs Fulham: Cole Palmer back to his best but Robert Sanchez dreadful

Debutants shine across the park as Xabi Alonso enjoys positive first match

Evening Standard

Fulham vs Chelsea player ratings: Two Blues debutants star with 8/10s but problem player scores 4/10

Fulham 2-3 Chelsea: Morgan Rogers bagged a debut goal as Xabi Alonso got off to a winning start as Blues manager

The Independent UK

Fulham vs Chelsea prediction: Premier League odds, betting tips and lineups

Follow our football betting tips as Chelsea take on Fulham in the Monday night football

The Independent UK

FPL team: Five forwards you should consider picking for Gameweek 1

Here are five forwards you should be looking to buy for your FPL team...

The Independent UK

As Joao Pedro Takes Chelsea’s No. 9, Has Curse Claimed Its Final Victim?

A change in squad numbers opens the door to a much-needed end to the curse.

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Chelsea drop transfer hints as shirt numbers revealed for 2026-27 season

Several players could leave Stamford Bridge after they were stripped of their numbers

Evening Standard

Premier League set-piece takers: Who is on penalties, free kicks and corners for every team?

Set-pieces will continue to be en vogue this season

Evening Standard

How Chelsea should line up for Fulham clash with three debuts and Enzo Fernandez dilemma

Xabi Alonso has decisions to make as reign begins with Premier League derby

The Independent UK

FPL tips 2026/27: 44 players you should consider signing

A comprehensive guide of the players to target (and a few more) ahead of the start of the Fantasy Premier League season on Friday

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Three things we learned from Chelsea win as Enzo Fernandez sparks fan battle

Joao Pedro is also emerging as Chelsea’s best player as a busy end to the summer transfer window is expected

Evening Standard

Chelsea player ratings vs Real Sociedad: Joao Pedro red-hot as Pedro Neto makes case to stay

Blues finish pre-season with a good win over Xabi Alonso’s former club

Evening Standard

Chelsea 3-1 Real Sociedad: Morgan Rogers scores on debut as Blues win final summer friendly

Joao Pedro also maintains red-hot pre-season form with a second half brace

Evening Standard

Chelsea XI vs Real Sociedad: Starting lineup, confirmed team news, injury latest for pre-season friendly today

Xabi Alonso’s first Stamford Bridge game comes against former club

Evening Standard

Chelsea 3-0 AC Milan: Joao Pedro at the double in Jakarta friendly win

Moises Caicedo added a stunning third in a comprehensive win

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'Eddie Howe has been let down by the people above him. Newcastle are selling their best players and not replacing them with the same quality' Clinton Morrison reveals summer transfer window thoughts in his Top, Top Column

Clinton Morrison on Bruno Guimaraes to Arsenal, Mohamed Salah's Trabzonspor move and the job Matthias Jaissle faces at Newcastle in this week's Clinton's Top Top Column

Evening Standard

Chelsea player ratings vs Juventus: Geovany Quenda makes immediate impact on debut

Marco Palestra impresses again as Mykhailo Mudryk returns in Hong Kong friendly defeat

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