Xabi Alonso's Chelsea shows promise despite defensive struggles against Fulham
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 6:15 AM
Last updated Aug 25, 2026
Chelsea secured an encouraging victory in a five-goal thriller against Fulham on August 24, 2026. Xabi Alonso's side featured a strong attacking display, including contributions from Morgan Rogers, Joao Pedro, and Cole Palmer. However, defensive lapses, particularly from goalkeeper Robert Sanchez, persisted, leading to concerns about the team's overall solidity. Alonso highlighted the need for improvements and emphasized that patience is essential for his ongoing rebuild at Chelsea.
- •Chelsea wins 3-2 against Fulham in a thrilling match.
- •Morgan Rogers, Joao Pedro, and Cole Palmer excelled offensively.
- •Robert Sanchez's goalkeeping mistakes raised concerns.
- •Xabi Alonso stresses the need for team improvement.
- •Patience is required for Chelsea's rebuilding process.
- 6:15 AMYahoo Sports — Xabi Alonso brings real promise but one glaring problem could jeopardise his Chelsea rebuild
"Alonso could be nurturing one of the most dangerous attacks in the league but has a long-standing problem to solve at the other end of the pitch
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