25.08.2026 08:00
In the first week of the Premier League, Chelsea made an incredible start to their match away at Fulham. Taking the lead with a goal from Joao Pedro after just 30 seconds, Chelsea won the five-goal London derby 3-2, beginning the season under Xabi Alonso's management with three points.
Chelsea started the Premier League season with a 3-2 away win over Fulham in the first week, collecting three points. Xabi Alonso, who took charge of Chelsea for his first league match, came out on top against Fulham's new manager, Alvaro Arbeloa.
CHELSEA TOOK THE LEAD IN THE 30TH SECOND
Chelsea practically began the London derby at Craven Cottage with a goal. The visitors took a 1-0 lead in just the 30th second with a goal from Joao Pedro.
Fulham equalized in the 23rd minute through Joshua King. Chelsea regained the lead in the 41st minute with a goal from Morgan Rogers, going into the halftime break 2-1 up.
SECOND HALF ALSO STARTED WITH A GOAL
Chelsea extended the score to 3-1 in the 49th minute of the second half with a goal from Cole Palmer. Fulham's response was quick, as Gonzalo reduced the deficit back to one goal in the 54th minute. With no further goals in the remaining time, Chelsea won the five-goal London derby 3-2.
XABI ALONSO STARTED WITH THREE POINTS
With this result, Xabi Alonso celebrated a victory in his first Premier League match as Chelsea's manager. Alvaro Arbeloa, who took charge of Fulham for his first league test, left the pitch with no points against his former teammate Xabi Alonso. Chelsea will host Brighton next week, while Fulham will travel to face Sunderland.