Alonso’s Wild Win and Forward Focus | Belfast News

Xabi Alonso’s debut match was electric chaos — Chelsea crushed Fulham 3-2, powered by the dazzling trio of Cole Palmer, Morgan Rogers, and Joao Pedro. Palmer stole the show with a goal and relentless energy as Alonso bets big on his forwards to lead the charge. The defense, playing in a shaky back three, leaked two goals — but Alonso’s keeping it positive, praising attacking flair over goalkeeper Robert Sanchez’s costly errors. Meanwhile, Fulham’s new boss Alvaro Arbeloa made his Premier League bow with high-pressing intensity, thrilled with his team’s grit. A win to start, yes — but Alonso knows the real work begins with fixing the backline while letting his stars shine.

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