Xabi Alonso and Chelsea kicked off their Premier League campaign against Fulham at Craven Cottage
Gary Neville predicts Chelsea's final position as he issues Premier League title verdict
Xabi Alonso and Chelsea kicked off their Premier League campaign against Fulham at Craven Cottage
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Matty Hewitt Senior Sport Central Audience Writer
19:56, 24 Aug 2026
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