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Alonso reacts as 10-man Chelsea lose to Spurs

Xabi Alonso has demanded more from his Chelsea players after a disastrous night at Stamford Bridge saw them slumped to a rare home defeat against London rivals Tottenham. A nightmare debut for goalkeeper Mike Penders and a late red card for star man Cole Palmer compounded the misery for the Blues in the torrential rain.

Chelsea FC v Tottenham Hotspur - Premier League 2026/27

Chelsea player ratings: Penders own goal & Palmer red sink Blues

Chelsea's tactical structure crumbled in a fiery, rain-soaked London derby as Tottenham Hotspur claimed a 2-0 win at Stamford Bridge.

Chelsea lose derby: bitter own goal, superstar sent off

Chelsea have suffered a surprise 0-2 home defeat to London rivals Tottenham Hotspur on matchday eight of the Premier League.

Chelsea vs Tottenham Hotspur: The tactics board

Roberto De Zerbi's Tottenham Hotspur secured a commanding 2-0 victory at Stamford Bridge, leveraging superior possession and defensive structure. Despite a goalless first half, Spurs' tactical patience eventually broke a Chelsea side that struggled for rhythm and finished the match with ten men.

Tottenham break Stamford Bridge curse and deservedly beat Chelsea

With Marmoush taking part: Tottenham continue their revival by beating Chelsea at Stamford Bridge

A spectacular goal crowns Tottenham's revival at Chelsea's expense

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
2	Arsenal	8	7	0	1	13	5	8	21	W W W L W
3	Brighton & Hove Albion	7	5	1	1	23	5	18	16	W W W W D
4	Chelsea	8	4	1	3	17	15	2	13	L W W L D
5	Liverpool	7	3	3	1	9	8	1	12	W L W D W
6	Aston Villa	8	3	2	3	9	12	-3	11	W W D W L

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