Chelsea vs Brighton - Premier League Preview, Team News, Prediction & How To Watch
Chelsea FC prepares for a Premier League match against Brighton under new manager Xabi Alonso. The team is managing player availability issues, including the return of Wesley Fofana and uncertainty surrounding Enzo Fernandez.
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Previewing Chelsea's Premier League fixture against Brighton.
Xabi Alonso will take charge of his first Premier League home game with Chelsea when they face Brighton and Hove Albion on Sunday afternoon.
Chelsea are looking for back-to-back wins to begin the Premier League season after their 3-2 win over Fulham on Monday night .
Brighton's visit to the capital rounds off a three-game week, and Alonso will be keen to end it with a win to wrap up a 100 per cent winning start to life as Chelsea manager.
Fabian Hürzeler's side are also in a buoyant mood as they look to continue their impressive form against Chelsea. Brighton have won both of their last two games by four goals and without conceding.
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