Chelsea’s 2026/27 Premier League campaign began in perfect fashion on Monday evening, with three goals and three points returning to Stamford Bridge along the Thames from Fulham.
The Blues won 3-2 in Xabi Alonso’s first Premier League game in charge, with Joao Pedro – scoring inside 40 seconds -, Morgan Rogers and Cole Palmer all on target.
A memorable night at Craven Cottage was captured perfectly on camera by our club photographer, and we’ve pulled together our favourite 20 images that tell the story of the victory in pictures for you to enjoy below!