Alonso faces defensive puzzle ahead of Arsenal test

Chelsea's leaky backline meets the league's stingiest defence at the Emirates.

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What happened. Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso is preparing his side for Sunday's Premier League clash at Arsenal, focusing on fixing a porous defence against a team yet to concede.

• Arsenal have kept clean sheets against Coventry and Aston Villa.
• Chelsea are winless in 11 games against Arsenal since August 2021.
• Chelsea have scored more goals than any other team this season.

Alonso must find a solution to avoid another defeat to Arsenal, who had the best defence last season.

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