Fulham 2-3 Chelsea, Premier League: Post-match reaction, ratings
Key Points:
- Chelsea scored the fastest goal in their Premier League history, with Cole Palmer assisting Joao Pedro just 31 seconds into the match against Fulham.
- Despite Fulham equalizing and applying pressure, Chelsea regained control and extended their lead with goals from Morgan Rogers and Palmer.
- Fulham capitalized on some defensive errors and questionable goalkeeping to score twice but Chelsea held on to secure a 3-2 victory.
- Key players Palmer, Joao Pedro, and Lacroix contributed significantly to Chelsea’s attacking play, with Palmer and Joao Pedro assisting each other’s goals.
- Chelsea will next face Lincoln Town in the second round of the League Cup, with minor injury concerns reported for Caicedo, Palestra, and a cramp for Palmer.