Chelsea prepares to face Bournemouth amid injury concerns
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 9, 2026, 6:08 AM
Last updated Oct 9, 2026
Chelsea hosts AFC Bournemouth at Stamford Bridge on October 9, 2026, as the Premier League resumes. Chelsea enters the match after a disappointing 3-0 loss to Brentford, with questions surrounding their defensive performance. Bournemouth has struggled this season, yet Chelsea is expected to field a competitive lineup despite ongoing injury issues affecting several key players. Manager Xabi Alonso may provide updates on the squad's status at his pre-match press conference.
- •Chelsea has not lost to Bournemouth in nine straight encounters.
- •Bournemouth is winless in the current Premier League season.
- •Injury concerns linger for Chelsea, with several players missing from training.
- •Manager Xabi Alonso's pre-match comments could clarify player availability.
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