Cole Palmer Shines As Chelsea Beat Fulham In PL Opener
Chelsea kicked off the season with a 3-2 win against Fulham in a London derby at Craven Cottage, setting a winning streak for Xabi Alonso in his first Premier League game. This summer, Chelsea hired the former Real Madrid manager to replace Enzo Maresca. Unlike this match, Chelsea drew 1-1 against Crystal Palace in their opening game last season. They finished in 10th, missing out on European competition. The Blues set the tone early, with an opening goal from Joao Pedro. Fulham responded with the equaliser through King, who struck a left-footed shot home from inside the penalty area. Chelsea reclaimed the lead in the counter when Morgan Rogers struck home Maxence Lacroix's cutback. The Blues finished the first half in the lead and extended it after the halftime break. Palmer scored the third as Pedro slipped the ball into his path inside the penalty area, and he struck it through Leno's legs. Fulham narrowed the lead once again through Garcia. Sanchez sav...
