BBC Sport 10 hours ago · 24 Aug 2026

Palmer impresses as Chelsea edge past Fulham to give Alonso first win

Cole Palmer scores and sets up Joao Pedro as Chelsea give Xabi Alonso a winning start against Alvaro Arbeloa's Fulham at Craven Cottage in the Premier League.

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