Chelsea maintained their perfect start to the season with a thrilling 4-3 victory over Brighton at Stamford Bridge. The match saw an early goal from Romeo Lavia, who poked home after a defensive error by Brighton, setting the tone for the hosts. Pedro Neto and Joao Pedro added to the lead within the first 32 minutes, giving Chelsea a commanding position. However, Brighton fought back strongly, scoring twice through Malick Yalcouye and an own goal from Joao Pedro. The visitors eventually equalized, but Cole Palmer’s decisive strike sealed the win for Chelsea.
Manager Xabi Alonso, in his second consecutive victory, praised the team’s resilience. He confirmed Emi Martinez’s debut in goal, replacing Robert Sánchez, just hours after his £7.5 million move. Martinez’s performance was crucial in maintaining Chelsea’s lead. The win also marked a historic moment for Romeo Lavia, who matched a 24-year Premier League record with an early goal. Despite the emotional exit of Moises Caicedo, the Blues remained focused, ensuring their perfect league record under Alonso continues.
