Chelsea maintain perfect start in seven-goal Brighton thriller

Chelsea maintained their perfect start to the season under Xabi Alonso with a 4-3 win over Brighton at Stamford Bridge. The Blues got off to a flying start with Romeo Lavia scoring in the fourth minute after a costly error by Brighton's goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen. Pedro Neto and Joao Pedro also scored for Chelsea, making it 3-0 by the 32nd minute.

Brighton fought back, with Malick Yalcouye and Pascal Gross scoring to reduce the deficit. Cole Palmer scored a brilliant individual goal to ease Chelsea's nerves. According to BBC Sport, Chelsea held off a Brighton fightback to win the seven-goal encounter.

Emi Martinez, Chelsea's new goalkeeper, conceded three goals in his first game for the Blues. Alonso was pleased with Martinez's first impact, saying he felt ready and had a positive connection with the rest of the team. Chelsea will look to continue their winning start against Arsenal in their next match.

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