Premier League live updates: João Pedro gives Chelsea early lead against Fulham

ESPN Monday 24 August 2026, 20:26 UTC By ESPN 1 min read

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The last Premier League match of Matchday 1 takes us to London! Two managers make their league debut for their new teams this season as Álvaro Arbeloa's Fulham takes on Xabi Alonso's Chelsea at Craven Cottage. Enjoy all the updates from Monday's match.

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