Xabi Alonso supports Robert Sanchez after shaky Chelsea opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 3:27 PM
Last updated Aug 25, 2026
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso expressed support for goalkeeper Robert Sanchez following a challenging start to the Premier League season. In a 3-2 victory against Fulham, Sanchez faced criticism for two errors leading to opposition goals. Despite the mistakes, Alonso emphasized the importance of team performance over individual faults. Chelsea looks to improve defensively and address their goalkeeper situation as the transfer window closes on September 1. Media figures suggest bringing in a new goalkeeper to strengthen the squad.
- •Chelsea won 3-2 against Fulham in the Premier League opener.
- •Sanchez made critical errors leading to two Fulham goals.
- •Alonso called for Sanchez to 'relax and carry on'.
- •Jamie Carragher and Gary Neville urged for a new goalkeeper.
- •Transfer window closes on September 1.
- 3:27 PMYahoo Sports — Chelsea boss Xabi Alonso weighs in on Robert Sanchez after error-filled Premier League opener
"Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso has stood firmly behind goalkeeper Robert Sanchez, urging him to 'relax and carry on' after a difficult start to the Premier League season
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