Xabi Alonso takes charge of his first league game at Stamford Bridge as the Blues take on Brighton
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Why Chelsea Are SERIOUS Title Contenders
Chelsea will look to build on a strong start as they host Brighton in the Premier League in Xabi Alonso’s first league game in charge at Stamford Bridge.
The Blues caught the eye in their 3-2 win over Fulham in their opening game, with Cole Palmer and Joao Pedro particularly impressive as the Alonso era got off to an encouraging start. It has raised hopes that a title challenge may not be out of the question – particularly with Emiliano Martinez brought in from Aston Villa and perhaps in line to solve Chelsea’s goalkeeping woes. His Argentina teammate Enzo Fernandez is expected to be left out today, though, with Manchester City keen on the World Cup winner.
A tough test is never far away in the top flight, though, and Chelsea’s first home game is against a Brighton side who dismantled Aston Villa in a 4-0 win in their opener. A midweek Conference League play-off success has further buoyed morale for the south-coast club – can they claim a significant success at Stamford Bridge this afternoon?
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Xabi Alonso takes charge of first home league game at Stamford Bridge
Chelsea beat Fulham 3-2 in their opening fixture, with Brighton demolishing Villa 4-0
TEAM NEWS: Enzo Fernandez set to be left out of Chelsea squad
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Enzo Fernandez set to be left out of Chelsea squad
Has Enzo Fernandez played his last game for Chelsea? Reports suggest that the Argentina midfielder is set to be left out of Xabi Alonso’s squad today.
Chelsea's Enzo Fernandez has been linked with Man City ahead of the transfer deadline
Chelsea's Enzo Fernandez has been linked with Man City ahead of the transfer deadline
Harry Latham-Coyle30 August 2026 11:05
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Chelsea vs Brighton LIVE
After an encouraging start for Chelsea at near neighbours Fulham, Xabi Alonso takes charge of his first home Premier League game with Brighton the visitors to Stamford Bridge.
Fabian Hurzeler’s side were impressive victors against Aston Villa in their opener – can they trouble a team plenty are tipping for a title challenge?
Xabi Alonso takes charge of his first league game at Stamford Bridge
Xabi Alonso takes charge of his first league game at Stamford Bridge (Reuters)
Harry Latham-Coyle30 August 2026 10:43