Chelsea secured a thrilling 4-3 Premier League victory over Brighton at Stamford Bridge, extending their perfect start under manager Xabi Alonso. The hosts raced into a three-goal lead, only to let their visitors back into the game, but the Blues held on to claim the win.
Early goals from Romeo Lavia and efforts from Pedro Neto and Joao Pedro gave Chelsea a 3-0 lead after 32 minutes. However, Brighton fought back through Malick Yalcouye and an own goal from Joao Pedro. The match remained tense until the final whistle, with Chelsea's defense holding firm despite the late pressure.
Joao Pedro, who joined Chelsea from Brighton in a £60 million transfer, was at the heart of the action, scoring and celebrating wildly against his former club. His performance earned praise from fans, though it also drew criticism from a former Brighton player. Meanwhile, goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez made his debut but failed to solve Chelsea's defensive issues, which remain a concern for the team.
Moises Caicedo's emotional exit due to injury cast a shadow over the victory, raising concerns about his fitness ahead of the next fixture against Arsenal. Despite the challenges, Chelsea's front three—Cole Palmer, Joao Pedro, and Harvey Elliott—continued to impress, contributing to five of the team's seven Premier League goals this season.
