Xabi Alonso defends strong Chelsea lineup for Luton cup match
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 10:20 PM
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Chelsea's manager Xabi Alonso defended his team selection ahead of their cup match against Luton Town on August 27, 2026. Alonso’s choices included notable starts for players like Cole Palmer and Reece James despite having another league match this week. He emphasized the importance of a competitive lineup and the rigorous nature of the season's early matches. The match is currently ongoing, with Alonso expressing satisfaction with some players getting their debut minutes.
- •Xabi Alonso selects a strong Chelsea team for the cup match.
- •Cole Palmer and Reece James start, surprising many observers.
- •Alonso cites competitiveness and player fitness in explaining his choices.
- •Players are gaining first minutes at Chelsea amid a busy schedule.
- 10:20 PMYahoo Sports — Xabi Alonso responds to questions about his team selection for Luton game
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