Chelsea annihilated Bournemouth 5-1 in their Premier League match, with Xabi Alonso declaring the performance "good" but not "crazy". The Spanish coach praised the control of the game and underlined the importance of the fourth goal, which changed the flow of the match. "We had good control of the game. After conceding something we did better, the fourth goal was really important. It was a good performance and a good victory," Alonso told the BBC.
Alonso then spoke about his approach to preparation, explaining that he used the international break to work on free kicks. “When you have balance and a strong midfield the team shows its best form,” he added. Despite the victory, the manager reiterated that Chelsea have not yet found a clean sheet in the Premier League for several months. "It will come. Today we came close. A clean sheet win will come," he said, showing confidence in the future of the defense.
Positive news for the club is also the renewal of Cole Palmer, who has signed a new contract until 2034. Alonso expressed great satisfaction with the English striker, calling him a top-level player and stating that "he can be one of those players who is remembered for many years in the future." Palmer's renewal strengthens the continuity of the attacking department and demonstrates Chelsea's commitment to retaining internal talent.
With the 5-1 win, Chelsea move closer to regaining their defensive form and achieving a clean sheet. The coach underlined that the team has shown that it can improve quickly after a mistake, and that the next match will represent an opportunity to consolidate the defense. The club remains focused on continuous improvement, with the aim of returning to dominating the Premier League and ensuring balanced results in both attack and defence.