Xabi Alonso discusses coaching changes ahead of Chelsea's season opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 12:05 PM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026
Xabi Alonso prepares for his first match as Chelsea manager on Monday night against Fulham. This summer, Alonso has brought in a number of new players and added coaching staff, including set-piece specialist Austin MacPhee, who joins from Aston Villa. Alonso expressed enthusiasm for MacPhee's experience in the Premier League and his potential impact on the squad. Chelsea aims to implement these changes effectively as the season begins.
- •Xabi Alonso set to debut as Chelsea manager against Fulham.
- •Austin MacPhee joins as a set-piece coach.
- •Alonso emphasizes the need for the coaching staff to adapt quickly to the Premier League.
- •Chelsea's new season kicks off in less than a week.
- 12:05 PMYahoo Sports — “We are happy” – Xabi Alonso on the potential impact of coaching change
"Xabi Alonso has been upgrading his playing staff this summer, but also has new coaches in the mix to help out too.If you enjoy Talk Chelsea coverage and want to see more of it, add us as a preferred s...
Sources
External linksOriginal reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days
EPL•Aug 18, 2026, 12:10 PMThese clubs picked clean in the summer 2026 transfer window 🫠
EPL•Aug 18, 2026, 11:40 AMChelsea announce major academy rebrand which makes fans worry about senior team’s future
EPL•Aug 18, 2026, 11:39 AM'Odegaard is back to his very best' - Nevin
EPL•Aug 18, 2026, 11:10 AMFernandes could significantly increase wages by leaving Man Utd – latest transfer reports
EPL•Aug 18, 2026, 11:10 AMChelsea’s £75m combined asking price for two unwanted strikers
EPL•Aug 18, 2026, 11:07 AM'We want the best specialists' - Alonso on MacPhee