Chelsea slump to 3-0 defeat as Joao Pedro absence bites

Chelsea's defensive woes deepened at Brentford as the absence of Joao Pedro left their attack toothless in a heavy loss.

Brentford

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Chelsea

Competition

Premier League

Score

Brentford 3-0 Chelsea

Scorer

Jaidon Anthony

Venue

Brentford Community Stadium

What happened. Chelsea fell to a 3-0 defeat at Brentford on Friday, with Jaidon Anthony opening the scoring in the 61st minute before the visitors collapsed. The loss was compounded by the absence of striker Joao Pedro, who was ruled out with a knee injury.

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