Chelsea edge Fulham in thrilling opener

Xabi Alonso hailed Chelsea's 'special' forwards after Morgan Rogers scored on his debut and the Blues secured a 3-2 win at Fulham in their Premier League opener.

The match was a chaotic affair with both teams creating chances, but Chelsea's attacking quality proved decisive.

Goalkeeper Robert Sanchez made another costly error that nearly gifted Fulham a point.

The win gives Alonso a dream start to his Chelsea tenure.