Xabi Alonso praises Romeo Lavia after Chelsea's friendly win over AC Milan
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 4:45 PM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
Chelsea secured a 3-0 victory against AC Milan in a preseason match in Jakarta on August 8, 2026. Romeo Lavia completed a full 90 minutes, which was noted by manager Xabi Alonso as an important milestone in his recovery. Alonso expressed happiness for Lavia, highlighting that he was tired but enjoyed the experience. This game marked a significant moment for Lavia as he returns to form and fitness after a long period away from competitive football.
- •Chelsea defeated AC Milan 3-0 in Jakarta on August 8, 2026
- •Romeo Lavia completed 90 minutes, a crucial step in his recovery
- •Manager Xabi Alonso praised Lavia for his performance
- •Moises Caicedo contributed one goal and one assist in the match
- 4:45 PMYahoo Sports — Xabi Alonso admits Chelsea player was “exhausted” after playing first full game in 2 years
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