Chelsea leads Fulham 2-1 at halftime amid Sanchez's costly error
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 8:05 PM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026
Chelsea has taken a 2-1 lead over Fulham during the first half at Craven Cottage on August 24, 2026. After an early goal from Joao Pedro, Robert Sanchez made a significant mistake, allowing Fulham to equalize. Sources indicate Sanchez's error was unlikely in 97% of scenarios, contributing to ongoing concerns over his performance. Chelsea's attack managed to regain the lead before halftime, highlighting the need for consistency as the season progresses.
- •Chelsea leads Fulham 2-1 at halftime.
- •Joao Pedro scored after an assist from Cole Palmer.
- •Robert Sanchez allowed an equalizer from Fulham after a mistake.
- •Chelsea regained the lead before halftime.
- •Concerns about Sanchez's performance persist among analysts.
- 8:05 PMYahoo Sports — Robert Sanchez defies 97% stat with latest gaffe that costs Chelsea
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