Alonso Hails Caicedo’s Impact as Chelsea Crush 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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EPL: Alonso talks about his new Chelsea midfield partnership after 5-1 win over Bournemouth
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso has praised the midfield partnership between Moisés Caicedo and Jordan Henderson following their 5-1 victory over Bournemouth on Saturday. Henderson and Morgan Rogers scored twice each, while João Pedro also found the net as Chelsea returned from the international break with a convincing win. Speaking at his post-match press conference, Alonso […] EPL: Alonso talks about his new Chelsea midfield partnership after 5-1 …
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Alonso hails Caicedo’s impact as Chelsea crush Bournemouth
LONDON, Oct 10 : Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso has had to wait until October to see what his side can do with midfielder Moises Caicedo properly back in the team and he was delighted with his role in the 5-1 demolition of Bournemouth in the Premier League on Saturday.Alonso – who oversaw two victories in his
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