Chelsea edges Brighton in high-scoring EPL match at Stamford Bridge
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 2:58 PM
Last updated Aug 30, 2026
Chelsea secured a thrilling 4-3 victory over Brighton at Stamford Bridge on Sunday afternoon. The match saw Chelsea take a commanding lead with three first-half goals, allowing them to maintain their advantage despite Brighton's strong comeback efforts. Cole Palmer netted the decisive goal in the 74th minute after Brighton narrowed the gap to 3-2. Pascal Groß scored for Brighton in stoppage time, but it was not enough to alter the outcome. Emiliano Martínez made his debut in goal for Chelsea, conceding three goals in an eventful match.
- •Chelsea maintains perfect start with two straight wins in the EPL.
- •Match featured seven total goals, with three scored by Chelsea in the first half.
- •Brighton fought back with goals from Malick Yalcouyé and Pascal Groß.
- •Cole Palmer's goal in the 74th minute secured Chelsea's lead.
- •Emiliano Martínez made his debut for Chelsea despite conceding three goals.
- 2:58 PMYahoo Sports — 🚨 Seven goals scored: Chelsea and Brighton cut loose!
"For the first time since 2021, Chelsea have started a Premier League season with two straight wins. Xabi Alonso has therefore made a perfect start to life in charge.On Sunday afternoon at Stamford Bri...
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