Match ReportBBC SportUnverified source· 12 Sept 2026
Chelsea held by Hull as Alonso bemoans 'soft' Blues
Chelsea's defensive woes continued in a 2-2 draw with Hull, leaving manager Xabi Alonso frustrated.
Chelsea— – —
NS · Premier League
Hull CityCompetition
Premier League
Score
Chelsea 2-2 Hull
Scorer(s)
Morgan Rogers, Joao Pedro
Venue
Stamford Bridge
What happened. Chelsea drew 2-2 with newly promoted Hull City at Stamford Bridge, despite goals from Morgan Rogers and Joao Pedro. The Blues have now conceded two or more goals in each of their opening four league matches for the first time in 11 years.
- Chelsea are without a clean sheet in 20 league matches, their longest run for 65 years.
- Alonso changed shape in three successive matches this week.
- Hull looked more likely to find a winner.
“competing better”
— Xabi Alonso
Chelsea's defensive issues persist under Alonso, raising questions about their top-four aspirations.
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