Chelsea suffered a 3-1 defeat at Stamford Bridge against Brighton in their latest Premier League match. The result ended their unbeaten run and exposed defensive problems.
The game started positively for Chelsea. Enzo Fernández scored in the 24th minute with a well-placed header. The early lead gave the home side confidence, and the fans expected a strong performance.
However, the second half changed the game completely. Trevoh Chalobah was shown a red card for denying a clear goal-scoring chance. Playing with 10 men left Chelsea vulnerable, and Brighton quickly took control.
Danny Welbeck equalized in the 77th minute with a header. In stoppage time, Maxim de Cuyper added another to give Brighton the lead. Moments later, Welbeck struck again, sealing the 3-1 win for the visitors.
This loss puts Chelsea under pressure in the league. Injuries have also become a major concern. Cole Palmer has been ruled out until after the October international break with a groin issue. His absence leaves the team without one of their most creative midfielders.
Chelsea had also faced setbacks in their previous league match. Against Manchester United, they lost 2-1 in another game where a red card played a big role. Defensive errors and lack of control continue to be problems for the squad.
Despite these struggles, Chelsea’s season has not been without positives. Earlier this year, they won the UEFA Conference League, becoming the first club to win every major UEFA competition. That success showed the team’s potential when playing at their best.
Now, the focus turns to upcoming fixtures. Chelsea will play Wolves in the League Cup before returning to Premier League action. Fans hope the team can regroup, fix defensive mistakes, and return to winning ways.
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