Chelsea's new front three all score on debut together in 3-2 win at Fulham

Joao Pedro, Morgan Rogers and Cole Palmer each scored in their first competitive outing as a front three, giving Chelsea a 3-2 opening-weekend win at Fulham on 24 August 2026. Alonso won his first match as Chelsea manager. Rogers also became the first Chelsea player to create five chances in a league debut since records began in 2003-04.