Eight things we learned from Xabi Alonso’s Chelsea debut

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

Cole Palmer Gives Xabi Alonso the Best and Worst Moments of Chelsea Debut  Sports Illustrated

The failure to replace Robert Sánchez remains a mystery but the new-look front three should buy time for the new manager’s principles to bed in After a weekend on which pretty much every potential challenger to Arsenal had demonstrated their flaws, there was a sense, perhaps even a need, for Chelsea to emerge as a seri

Xabi Alonso wins Chelsea debut as revamped front three dazzles  ESPN

LONDON, Aug 24 : Chelsea coach Xabi Alonso toasted his winning debut in the Premier League by praising his front line of Joao Pedro, Morgan Rogers and Cole Palmer who put on a masterclass of attacking football in a 3-2 London derby win at Fulham on Monday."They are going to be a very important part to build around them

Xabi Alonso called on his attacking trio of Cole Palmer, Morgan Rogers and Joao Pedro to lead and inspire Chelsea this season after their goals helped begin his tenure began with a 3-2 victory over Fulham at Craven Cottage.Palmer produced a wonderful display in what was a chaotic match, scoring early in the second half

Manager does not want to overemphasise his front three despite impressing against Fulham

Xabi Alonso told he must make ruthless decision to make Chelsea’s title dream come true  talkSPORT

Cole Palmer scores and sets up Joao Pedro as Chelsea give Xabi Alonso a winning start against Alvaro Arbeloa's Fulham at Craven Cottage in the Premier League.

Palmer and Rogers show promise of star double act for Chelsea

Xabi Alonso won his first game as Chelsea boss thanks to Morgan Rogers's debut goal and Joao Pedro's strike after just 31 seconds of a pulsating 3-2 victory against Fulham on Monday.

Alonso has been hired to revive Chelsea after their dismal 10th place finish in the Premier League last season.

The opening round of Premier League fixtures offered plenty of surprises, making for a fitting set-up for what is expected to be an unpredictable season in England

Morgan Rogers states Chelsea’s ambition is to compete at the top of the Premier League, aiming to meet fan expectations under new manager Xabi Alonso.

As Chelsea embark on a new era under Xabi Alonso, our reporters answer your questions