What was the score in Fulham’s 2026–27 Premier League opener against Chelsea?

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Chelsea beat Fulham 3–2 in the 2026–27 Premier League opening weekend.

The match was played at Craven Cottage on Monday, 24 August 2026. It was the final fixture of the opening round and ended with Chelsea taking all three points in a closely contested west London derby.

The five-goal total made Fulham versus Chelsea one of the weekend’s more open matches. It contrasted with the goalless clean-sheet victories recorded by Leeds United and Everton earlier in the round.

Chelsea’s manager was Xabi Alonso, while Fulham were led by Álvaro Arbeloa. Both were beginning new Premier League managerial chapters, adding extra interest to a derby that was already significant because of the clubs’ close geographical proximity.

Source: Wikipedia · fact-checked Oct. 2026

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