Xabi Alonso implements direct attacking style at Chelsea

Chelsea head into Sunday's Premier League fixture against Arsenal with a perfect record after two matches. Under manager Xabi Alonso, the team has relied on rapid transitions to record seven goals while conceding five. Despite this offensive output, Chelsea recorded just 25 percent possession against Brighton and 38 percent against Fulham. Alonso maintains that possession metrics are secondary to result-oriented football and team effectiveness. The tactical shift may also stem from current squad composition, with the manager rotating players like Romeo Lavia and Reece James in midfield due to injuries and roster changes. Chelsea travels to face Arsenal on Sunday at 4:30pm in a matchup between two unbeaten sides.