Alonso praises Neto qualities after brace for Chelsea's win over Everton
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso has heaped praise on versatile attacker Pedro Neto following his match winning brace in the 2-0 win at Everton on Sunday.
Chelsea goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez sidelined after successful surgery on broken jaw
The 34-year-old Argentina international was forced off at the Hill Dickinson Stadium on 75 minutes after colliding with Toffees defender Jarrad Branthwaite.
Posting from hospital the experienced stopper wrote on social media on Sunday: "Thanks to everyone for the messages. The operation went well.
"The most important thing is that we won, and kept a clean sheet. In a few weeks we'll be back."
Young shotstopper Mike Penders, signed from Genk in 2024 was the man to replace Martinez, for his Premier League debut.
He is the favourite to start in upcoming Premier League ties with Tottenham and Manchester United as well as a Carabao Cup clash against Liverpool.
Speaking after the weekend's win that propelled Chelsea onto 13 points in fourth place, Blues boss Xabi Alonso said: "Mike has personality. He's brave and we have full trust with him. He did well when he came on.
"He played in the cup games and whenever he's needed. Like the other players, whenever they are needed they can perform.
“It's all about the squad - that all the players feel important and can have their moment whenever they are needed, and that's very positive.”
Iraola content with 'important three points' after narrow Liverpool win at Brentford
Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola believes they claimed a very important three points against nine-man Brentford in their Premier League clash on Saturday.
Maresca happy with Man City progress after record-breaking win over Ipswich
Manchester City boss Enzo Maresca has expressed joy following the 3-2 victory over Ipswich Town in their Premier League clash at the Etihad Stadium on Saturday.
Erling Haaland double keeps Man City perfect as Liverpool overturn Brentford
Manchester City maintained their perfect start to the Premier League season with a 3-2 victory over Ipswich Town, while Liverpool came from behind to beat Brentford 2-1 in a match that saw the hosts finish with nine players.