Chelsea hold off Brighton in 4-3 win but remain chaotic under Xabi Alonso

Chelsea defeated Brighton 4-3 in a chaotic match under new manager Xabi Alonso, who was appointed following last April's humiliating defeat to Brighton that contributed to Liam Rosenior's exit. The win highlighted both promising attacking play from Cole Palmer, Morgan Rogers, and João Pedro, as well as ongoing defensive concerns, with goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez not yet proving to be the decisive addition some hoped. Despite the victory, analysts suggest Chelsea's title challenge remains uncertain unless performances become more consistent and controlled.