Alonso gets dream Chelsea start as ‘special’ forwards fire 3-2 win at Fulham
LONDON, Aug 25 — Xabi Alonso hailed Chelsea’s “special” forwards after Morgan Rogers,...
Chelsea secured a memorable 3-2 victory over Fulham in their first match under new manager Xabi Alonso, who praised the "special" forwards Morgan Rogers, Cole Palmer, and Joao Pedro for their outstanding performance. Rogers scored first, capitalizing on a Fulham defensive error, while Pedro followed up with a composed finish just 31 seconds later.
Palmer, who signed for a club-record £117 million fee from Aston Villa, added a second goal after halftime to make it 3-1. The three forwards worked well together, creating numerous chances and showing the attacking threat of the team. Alonso commended the team's balance and the importance of giving these players freedom along with responsibility.
The win marked a stark contrast to the struggles of previous managers Enzo Maresca and Liam Rosenior, who were replaced by Alonso in January after a brief tenure at Real Madrid. Palmer, who faced criticism over his form last season, appeared rejuvenated under Rogers' guidance and expressed his determination to prove himself in the upcoming season.
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