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'Strange!' - Keown slams Alonso after Chelsea lose to Spurs

Martin Keown has questioned Xabi Alonso's surprising tactical decisions following Chelsea's disappointing 2-0 home defeat against Tottenham. The former Arsenal defender could not understand why the manager opted for a false nine setup rather than deploying an experienced striker from the bench.

Chelsea FC v Tottenham Hotspur - Premier League 2026/27

British press unanimous on Jorrel Hato after shocking defeat to Spurs

In the English press: Xabi Alonso loses the confidence of Chelsea's fans

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Alonso plans Palmer talks after Spurs red

De Zerbi hails Fernandes mentality key to Spurs win

Tottenham head coach Roberto De Zerbi was full of praise for his squad’s psychological shift following a dominant display in west London. The Italian tactician highlighted the performance of Mateus Fernandes, who remained composed throughout a high-tension London derby that saw tempers boil over in the second half.

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'They have lost it' - Neville demands Alonso action

Gary Neville tore into Chelsea’s discipline during their 2-0 defeat to Tottenham, insisting Morgan Rogers deserved a red card for a late challenge and that Cole Palmer could have been sent off earlier. The former Manchester United defender also urged Xabi Alonso to take action as a 14-man brawl and a red card overshadowed a miserable evening at Stamford Bridge.

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
10	FC Zuerich II	13	5	3	5	23	24	-1	18	L W D W L
11	Breitenrain	13	5	3	5	19	20	-1	18	L W D W D
12	SC Bruehl	13	5	2	6	16	18	-2	17	W L W L L
13	Young Boys II	13	4	3	6	28	34	-6	15	W D L L L
14	FC Kreuzlingen	13	4	2	7	19	23	-4	14	L L W W L

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