# Xabi Alonso management of Chelsea FC

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/xabi-alonso-management-of-chelsea-fc
> Updated: 2026-09-07T02:15:49.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

Following the start of the season under manager Xabi Alonso, Chelsea FC secured a 2-0 victory over Luton Town in the Carabao Cup. Alonso praised the squad’s character and the importance of balancing youth with experienced players.

However, the team later suffered its first defeat of the season, a 1-2 loss to Arsenal in a Premier League London derby. Alonso noted the need for the squad to become more clinical and disciplined, while expressing optimism regarding the fitness of midfielder Moises Caicedo.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-07: Xabi Alonso reacts to Chelsea's 1-2 derby loss against Arsenal

Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso reacted to his team's 1-2 comeback loss against Arsenal, calling for more clinical play while expressing optimism regarding Moises Caicedo's injury status.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/xabi-alonso-reacts-to-chelseas-1-2-derby-loss-against-arsenal

### 2026-08-28: Xabi Alonso praises Chelsea character after Carabao Cup win

Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso praised his team's patience and character following a 2-0 Carabao Cup win against Luton Town, while declining to comment on transfer rumors.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/xabi-alonso-praises-chelsea-character-after-carabao-cup-win

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