Xabi Alonso described Chelsea’s 4-3 win over Brighton as a precious three factors, whereas confirming that Moises Caicedo might be assessed after the midfielder was compelled off within the second half.
Chelsea have been in full management for giant parts of the competition, racing right into a three-goal lead by Romeo Lavia’s first Chelsea objective, Pedro Neto and Joao Pedro.
Brighton hit again with targets from Malick Yalcouye and an personal objective from Joao Pedro to make it nervy, however Cole Palmer’s curling effort from 20 yards restored the Blues’ benefit and in the end proved the winner, regardless of a late Pascal Gross comfort.
“All of the wins I take pleasure in loads, nevertheless it was a recreation that in numerous moments had completely different emotions,” Alonso mentioned in his post-match press convention.
“Ultimately, we’re pleased with the consequence. We worth this win in opposition to an excellent opponent who’ve been powerful in the previous couple of years.
“We’re pleased with that, and there are issues and moments that we now have completed nicely, nevertheless it’s a course of to maintain on studying and bettering. Normally, that’s simpler with a win.”
The afternoon was soured by Caicedo’s health setback. The Ecuador worldwide had missed Chelsea’s opening two fixtures however was launched from the bench halfway by the second half, solely to get replaced by Valentin Barco simply 13 minutes later.
“He was cautious to cease and say his feeling wasn’t one of the best,” Alonso mentioned when requested in regards to the damage. “We have to assess through the week, nevertheless it wasn’t one thing new.”
The consequence means Chelsea have made it two wins from two within the Premier League, with Alonso making clear there’s nonetheless loads of room for enchancment regardless of the constructive begin.
