Veteran Jordan Henderson Rolls Back the Years in Chelsea’s Win over Bournemouth
- Chelsea established a commanding 3-0 lead over Bournemouth at Stamford Bridge on Saturday, with Jordan Henderson, Morgan Rogers, and Joao Pedro scoring during a blistering opening sequence.
- Manager Xabi Alonso navigated a burgeoning injury crisis last month, allowing his squad to return at full strength after the three-week international break.
- Henderson, per Opta, scored and assisted a goal inside two minutes and 29 seconds, marking the fastest 2-0 lead in Chelsea's Premier League history.
- Despite Evanilson scoring for Bournemouth to make it 3-1, Marco Rose's side remains 17th in the Premier League table after a winless start.
- Chelsea has conceded a league-high 12 goals this season and has yet to keep any opponent below two goals, presenting persistent defensive vulnerabilities for Alonso to address.
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Jordan Henderson makes history with two goals and assist in Chelsea’s 5-1 Premier League win over Bournemouth
The standout moment arrived when Jordan Henderson stood over a free-kick on the edge of the box and curled it into the top corner for his second goal. At 36 years and 115 days old, he completed a remarkable display and wrote his name into Chelsea’s record books.
After three games without a win in the championship, Chelsea returned to the success in a brilliant way by ruling Bournemouth (5-1) this Saturday at Stamford Bridge.
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The Independent (US)Jordan Henderson rolls back the years as Chelsea blow away Bournemouth
Chelsea 5-1 Bournemouth: The 36-year-old scored twice in a rampant attacking display at Stamford Bridge
Veteran Jordan Henderson scored two great goals as Chelsea beat Bournemouth in the Premier League.
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