HIGHLIGHTS: Fulham 2-3 Chelsea
In a thrilling clash at Craven Cottage, Chelsea got off to a stunning start, with João Pedro finding the net just 31 seconds into the match, courtesy of a pinpoint assist from Cole Palmer. The early goal set the tone, but Fulham refused to be shaken. In the 23rd minute, Josh King capitalized on a rare mistake from Chelsea goalkeeper Robert Sánchez to level the score, sending the home fans into a frenzy. Just before the break, the drama intensified as Chelsea’s £117 million summer signing, Morgan Rogers, restored their lead with a well-timed finish, thanks to the excellent setup by fellow debutant Maxence Lacroix.
The second half began with a bang as Cole Palmer extended Chelsea’s lead to 3-1 in the 49th minute with a beautiful finish. However, Fulham’s Gonzalo García, also making his debut, demonstrated resilience by scoring with a powerful header just five minutes later, reigniting hope for the home side. Despite a tense finish, Chelsea held firm against Fulham’s late pressure, securing a 3-2 victory in this exhilarating Premier League encounter on August 24, 2026.
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