Fulham - Chelsea is the latest match of the first round of the Premier League this season. This is also a match that attracts great attention because both teams have new coaches. On the home team Fulham side is Alvaro Arbeloa, and on the Chelsea side is Xabi Alonso.
Chelsea started extremely well despite playing away. In the first minute, Cole Palmer made a delicate through ball for Joao Pedro to rush down and calmly finish past goalkeeper Leno. The Brazilian striker has maintained high form for a long time since the pre-season period.
After conceding a goal, Fulham quickly reorganized the squad and organized many attacks towards the opponent. Chelsea's defense had to struggle to defend. In the 23rd minute, Joshua King took advantage of the opportunity to finish and equalize 1-1, bringing the match back to the starting line.
In this match, Xabi Alonso arranged new player Morgan Rogers to pair with Joao Pedro and Cole Palmer in attack. They both have the ability to play independently, ready to create breakthroughs. In the 41st minute, Lacroix - another Chelsea newcomer - made a favorable cross for Morgan Rogers to finish, increasing the score to 2-1. This is also the result of the first half.
Right at the beginning of the second half, Chelsea put strong pressure to find more goals. This strategy was effective when Cole Palmer successfully took advantage of Joao Pedro's assist to increase the score to 3-1.
Fulham's efforts in the remaining time only helped them get an equalizer thanks to newcomer Gonzalo Garcia in the 54th minute. Fulham created many attacking chances afterwards but lacked accuracy in finishing shots, missing scoring opportunities.
Overall result, Chelsea won Fulham 3-2, thereby helping Xabi Alonso have a satisfactory start in the Premier League.
Fulham 2-3 Chelsea result
Goals:
King (23'), Gonzalo Garcia (54') Chelsea: Joao Pedro (1'), Rogers (41'), Palmer (49')
