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Match report
Chelsea delivered a masterclass in attacking football, beating Fulham in a thrilling West London derby at Craven Cottage; debutant Morgan Rogers was among the scorers in a lively match that produced a total of five goals.
The clash marked the official debut for both Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso and Fulham boss Álvaro Arbeloa, following their high-profile summer appointments.
The visitors made an explosive start, breaking the deadlock after just 31 seconds thanks to a masterful pass from Cole Palmer to João Pedro.
The Brazilian forward showed great composure, chipping the ball over the advancing goalkeeper Bernd Leno and sending the visiting fans into raptures.
Fulham responded with determination, finding an equalizer midway through the first half when Josh King broke down the right flank. King caught Chelsea goalkeeper Robert Sánchez off guard with a sharp shot inside the near post, making it 1-1.
The hosts grew in confidence, threatening through Calvin Bassey and Sander Berge, but Chelsea regained the lead just before halftime. Debutant Maxence Lacroix played the ball back from inside the box, allowing Rogers to finish with precision and calm.
Alonso’s side maintained their clinical edge after the break, netting a third goal courtesy of a João Pedro assist. The forward set up Palmer, who beat Leno with a low drive, capping off an outstanding performance.
Fulham refused to give up and pulled a goal back five minutes later through debutant Gonzalo García. The Spanish forward was quickest to react in the six-yard box following a save by Sánchez, heading home the loose ball to make the score 3-2. The frantic pace continued as Fulham pushed for an equalizer, with Antonee Robinson and Alex Iwobi delivering dangerous crosses into the Chelsea box.
Chelsea withstood the mounting pressure; Alonso’s men worked tirelessly to defend their slender lead in this electrifying opening clash between the West London rivals.
Result
Chelsea beat Fulham 3-2 in the 2026-27 Premier League matchweek one at the Craven Cottage Stadium in London on 24 August 2026
Goals
Joshua King 23′, Gonzalo García 53′ (Fulham) and , João Pedro 1′, Morgan Rogers 41′, Cole Palmer 49′ (Chelsea).
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Who scored goals in the match between Fulham vs Chelsea?
Joshua King 23′, Gonzalo García 53′ (Fulham) and , João Pedro 1′, Morgan Rogers 41′, Cole Palmer 49′ (Chelsea). scored for Chelsea in the 3-2 victory over Fulham.
What was the final score of the Fulham vs Chelsea match?
Chelsea won 3-2 against Fulham in the Premier League on 24 August 2026.
Where was the match between Fulham and Chelsea played?
The match was played at the Craven Cottage in London on August 24, 2026.
