Chelsea continued their impressive form under manager Xabi Alonso with a thrilling 4-3 victory over Brighton at Stamford Bridge. This win marks Alonso's third consecutive victory since taking charge, including two in the Premier League and one in the League Cup.

Exciting First Half

The match saw Romeo Lavia score his first goal for Chelsea, opening the scoring early in the first half. Pedro Neto quickly followed up with a second goal, and Joao Pedro added a third for the Blues. However, Brighton's Malick Yalcouye managed to pull one back just before halftime, adding to the excitement of a frenzied first half.

Second Half Drama

After the break, an own goal from Pedro created some tension for Chelsea, but Cole Palmer's late strike restored a two-goal cushion. Brighton's Pascal Gross scored in stoppage time, but it was not enough to change the outcome of the match.

Next, Chelsea will face a significant challenge against Premier League champions Arsenal on September 6. Alonso's side has scored nine goals in their first three matches, showcasing a revitalized attack, although concerns remain regarding their defense, which has conceded four goals. With the transfer window closing soon, the availability of Enzo Fernandez, who has been linked with a move to Manchester City, remains uncertain as he missed his second consecutive game. Emiliano Martinez made his debut for Chelsea after joining from Aston Villa, becoming the first player over 30 to feature for the club in a league game since 2024.