Chelsea wrapped up their pre-season with a 3-1 win over Real Sociedad, showcasing Xabi Alonso's back-three setup while Morgan Rogers scored and Enzo Fernandez drew mixed reactions.
Joao Pedro scored a brace for Chelsea (Image Source: X/@ChelseaFC)
Aug 15, 2026
09:04 pm
What's the storyChelsea FC wrapped up their pre-season campaign with a 3-1 victory against Real Sociedad. The match was played at Stamford Bridge and saw British-record signing Morgan Rogers score on his debut.
Manager Xabi Alonso used a back three formation for the third consecutive match, hinting at his preferred tactics ahead of the Premier League 2026-27 opener against Fulham.
João Pedro continued his excellent preseason form with two clinical strikes.
Morgan Rogers scored on his Chelsea debut and Joao Pedro struck twice as Xabi Alonso's side won their final pre-season friendly
Chelsea wrapped up their preparations for the new season with a comfortable win over La Liga side Real Sociedad on Saturday
Morgan Rogers scored on his Stamford Bridge debut as Chelsea beat Real Sociedad in their final pre-season friendly. The £117M…
The Blues are back at Stamford Bridge for their final friendly of preseason.
Xabi Alonso takes on his boyhood club as Chelsea conclude their preparations for the new season.
