'Good energy' at Chelsea as Alonso kickstarts reign in Sydney with 6-4 win
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso got his reign off to winning start on in a dramatic 6-4 victory over Western Sydney Wanderers with striker Joao Pedro scoring a nine-minute hat-trick..
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Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso secured a dramatic 6-4 victory in his debut match against Western Sydney Wanderers, with a late hat-trick from Joao Pedro clinching the win.
- Joao Pedro scored a remarkable nine-minute hat-trick to secure the victory.
- The match was part of Chelsea's pre-season tour in Sydney.
- Despite being without many star players, Chelsea came from behind three times in the seesawing contest.
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Chelsea Manager Alonso Debuts With 6-4 Win in Sydney - July 2026
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