Chelsea edges past Fulham with strong performances from Palmer and Rogers
5 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 9:16 AM
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Chelsea secured a 3-2 victory over Fulham at home on August 24, 2026. Cole Palmer excelled in the match, scoring the third goal and assisting Joao Pedro for the first. His performance pleased manager Xabi Alonso, who mentioned Palmer’s improved freedom and responsibility on the field. Alonso expressed optimism that this display could serve as a foundation for Chelsea, aiming for better results moving forward. Morgan Rogers also contributed with a goal on his debut, marking an impactful start for both players.
- •Chelsea wins 3-2 against Fulham
- •Cole Palmer scores and assists in strong performance
- •Morgan Rogers nets a goal on debut
- •Xabi Alonso praises Palmer's freedom and responsibility
- •Match took place on August 24, 2026
- 12:58 PMYahoo Sports — Cole Palmer highlights key difference in Chelsea role under Xabi Alonso
- 10:06 PMBBC Sport — 'To have a good team, we need a great Cole' - Alonso on Palmer
- 9:45 PMYahoo Sports — Alonso delighted to see Palmer play with ‘freedom’ in win over Fulham
"Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso praises Cole Palmer's "responsibility, maturity and freedom" after a goal and an assist from the playmaker seals a 3-2 victory over Fulham at Craven Cottage. In Alonso's first Premier League match in charge, the Spaniard insists his new squad can achieve "special things" this season.
"Chelsea boss Xabi Alonso praised Cole Palmer after the forward’s impressive display in the Blues’ 3-2 win over Fulham.Palmer was one of Chelsea’s standout performers, scoring his side’s third ...
"Cole Palmer says this is the best he has felt "in ages" after starting the season strongly under Xabi Alonso at Chelsea - and he is putting the tricky previous campaign behind him.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsAug 27, 2026, 12:58 PMCole 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
- BBC SportAug 24, 2026, 10:06 PM'To have a good team, we need a great Cole' - Alonso on Palmer
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso praises Cole Palmer's "responsibility, maturity and freedom" after a goal and an assist from the playmaker seals a 3-2 victory over Fulham at Craven Cottage. In Alonso's first Premier League match in charge, the Spaniard insists his new squad can achieve "special things" this season.
- Yahoo SportsAug 24, 2026, 9:45 PMAlonso delighted to see Palmer play with ‘freedom’ in win over Fulham
Chelsea boss Xabi Alonso praised Cole Palmer after the forward’s impressive display in the Blues’ 3-2 win over Fulham.Palmer was one of Chelsea’s standout performers, scoring his side’s third ...
- Sky Sports Football—Palmer 'back to his best' with Alonso's freedom
Cole Palmer says this is the best he has felt "in ages" after starting the season strongly under Xabi Alonso at Chelsea - and he is putting the tricky previous campaign behind him.
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