The Blues have recorded their second consecutive victory in the 2026/27 English Premier League after their thrilling 4-3 victory over Brighton this evening, following their 3-2 win away at Fulham in their opening game of the season.
Chelsea took a 3-1 lead into half-time against Brighton after an action-packed first half.
The Blues made a flying start, taking the lead through Lavia in the 4th minute before Pedro Neto doubled their advantage ten minutes later. João Pedro added a third in the 32nd minute, but Brighton responded quickly as Yalcouyé pulled one back three minutes later.
Brighton enjoyed more possession, controlling 70% of the ball and completing 88% of their passes, but Chelsea were more dangerous in attack. The Blues had nine shots, four on target and created four big chances in the opening 45 minutes.
Chelsea headed into the second half with a two-goal advantage as they looked to secure all three points.
Brighton pulled another goal back when João Pedro turned the ball into his own net, reducing Chelsea’s advantage to just one goal. The visitors continued to threaten, but Chelsea responded through Cole Palmer, who restored the two-goal cushion with a fine finish in the 74th minute.
Brighton refused to give up and were rewarded deep into stoppage time when Pascal Groß scored in the 90+6th minute to make it 4-3, setting up a tense finish.
Chelsea held on for the final moments to secure all three points and maintain their perfect start to the new Premier League campaign.
The Blues have now joined Manchester City and Hull City at the top of the league table with six points each.
