Cole Palmer and Estevao Willian played big roles in Chelsea’s 2-0 win against Manchester United in the Premier League on Saturday afternoon. Palmer doubled Chelsea’s lead from the penalty spot after Morgan Rogers had put Xabi Alonso’s side in front shortly after the restart.
Daniel Sturridge appeared to enjoy Chelsea’s 2-0 victory over Manchester United on Saturday afternoon. The former Blues striker posted several tweets throughout the game, praising two of the club’s emerging stars.
Wesley Fofana continues to give Xabi Alonso a headache with his performances. Wesley Fofana’s season has been an absolute grind, and right now he looks like an accident waiting to happen back there.
Aaron Anselmino popped up behind the Chelsea bench today amid his injury recovery. Aaron Anselmino has been out of the picture for weeks now, quietly working through a stubborn muscle issue that killed any early momentum.
Xabi Alonso has praised Estevao for his showing against Manchester United today, which really deserved a goal. Xabi Alonso has had to answer questions about Estevao Willian all week.
Chelsea claimed three much-needed points with a spirited second-half display, securing a 2-0 victory and piling further misery on a Manchester United side enduring another nightmare afternoon.
Xabi Alonso’s Chelsea asserted their dominance at Stamford Bridge, securing a clinical 2-0 victory through goals from Morgan Rogers and Cole Palmer. The tactical battle turned on Manchester United’s disciplinary failure, which left Michael Carrick’s side unable to withstand Chelsea’s superior positional play.
Romeo Lavia was very good for Chelsea against Manchester United today, and Xabi Alonso was full of praise at full time. Romeo Lavia hadn’t completed a competitive 90 minutes for Chelsea until this week.
Several Chelsea players delivered excellent performances against Manchester United, including Morgan Rogers, Estevao Willian and Mike Penders. However, Romeo Lavia was a cut above not only his Chelsea teammates but also every Man Utd player.
Chelsea entertained Manchester United at Stamford Bridge earlier today as they look to secure a good result on the road in the Premier League. The Blues made a bright start to the game but were held to a scoreless draw at the half-time break.
It was a classic game of two halves but, in the end, the pressure is off Xabi Alonso for now. Manchester United dominated the first 45, racking up an xG of 1.09 and creating three big chances, but taking none of them, as the match remained goalless.
Man United's season lurched into more trouble today as Chelsea claimed a 2-0 win at Stamford Bridge. Michael Carrick's side wasted opportunities before the interval, then watched the afternoon unravel through a Morgan Rogers goal, a penalty and Lisandro Martínez's dismissal.
Chelsea moved up to fourth in the Premier League table with a clinical 2-0 victory over Manchester United at Stamford Bridge. Goals from Morgan Rogers and Cole Palmer capitalised on a disciplinary meltdown from the visitors.
Chelsea secured a dominant 2-0 victory over Manchester United at Stamford Bridge, capitalising on a Lisandro Martinez red card. Second-half strikes from Morgan Rogers and Cole Palmer sealed the points for Xabi Alonso's side.
Estevao has been taken off for Chelsea and got a superb round of applause from the crowd for his showing. Estevao has just come off after 86 minutes of his first Premier League start of the season.
Jordan Henderson has missed out on today’s squad, and Chelsea reporters at the stadium are telling us why. Chelsea’s team to face Man U is out, and one notable change was the absence of Jordan Henderson from the midfield.
Emiliano Martinez has opened up on the harrowing physical toll of his career, admitting that a significant finger injury sustained earlier this year will never truly heal.
Chelsea supporters have been desperate to see more of Estevao Willian this season, with calls and even petitions for the Brazilian youngster to be given more opportunities on the pitch.
Many people expected Danny Welbeck to deputize against Tottenham on Premier League match day 8 in absence of Joao Pedro. Instead, Xabi Alonso opted for Morgan Rogers in an unusual false nine role.
Chelsea are reportedly leading the race to sign Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott, with Xabi Alonso keen to strengthen his midfield options ahead of the January transfer window.
Chelsea have two first team defenders for sale after yet another shocking start to the season defensively. Chelsea are considering selling two defenders, Dean Jones of FlashScore has reported today.