"Aura To Influence" - Xabi Alonso Praises Key Man Following Chelsea Debut
Chelsea FC manager Xabi Alonso praised new goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez following his debut performance in a 4-3 win against Brighton. Martínez, a surprise signing, was lauded for his composure and leadership despite conceding three goals.
Why it matters
It highlights the tactical and personnel shifts within a major Premier League club under new management.
Chelsea have made a 100 per cent start to life in the Premier League under Xabi Alonso.
Chelsea continue to march on in the Premier League despite a minor scare on Sunday afternoon, as the Blues beat Brighton & Hove Albion 4-3 at Stamford Bridge.
Following the 3-2 victory over Fulham and the 2-0 victory against Luton Town in the Carabao Cup, the Xabi Alonso era finally got underway in the Premier League at Stamford Bridge after a long wait.
One player who has joined in surprising circumstances is 33-year-old goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez. The former Aston Villa man was formally announced on the morning of Chelsea's victory over the Seagulls, finalising a £7.5 million move , and later started the match to the surprise of many.
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