Chelsea secured a thrilling 4-3 Premier League victory over Brighton at Stamford Bridge, maintaining their perfect start under new manager Xabi Alonso. The match saw a dramatic second-half fightback from Brighton, who narrowed the deficit before a late goal from Cole Palmer sealed the win for the Blues.
The victory highlighted the form of Chelsea's attacking trio, with Palmer, Joao Pedro, and Romeo Lavia contributing key goals. A strong start saw Chelsea take a 3-0 lead within 32 minutes, but Brighton responded with two goals, including an own goal from Pedro, to level the match.
Despite the high-scoring nature of the game, Chelsea's defense remained under pressure, with new goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez making his debut. Alonso praised the team's resilience, while former Brighton players criticized Joao Pedro's celebration after scoring against his old club.
The win keeps Chelsea top of the league table, with Alonso's tactical adjustments proving crucial in a tightly contested match. The result sets up an exciting run of fixtures ahead for the Blues.
