Chelsea continued their impressive run under new manager Enzo Maresca, defeating West Ham United 3-0 at the London Stadium.
Nicolas Jackson’s first-half brace and Cole Palmer’s second-half strike sealed the victory, lifting Chelsea to second place with 10 points from five games.
Jackson’s man-of-the-match performance included two goals and an assist, while Jadon Sancho impressed in his first start for the Blues.
This marks Chelsea’s third consecutive away win, showcasing the team’s promise under Maresca.
West Ham, on the other hand, suffered their third consecutive home loss, a first in the club’s history.
Manager Julen Lopetegui struggled to spark his team, substituting midfielder Guido Rodriguez after just 35 minutes.
The loss left West Ham fans frustrated, with audible boos at halftime and many exiting the stadium early.
Cole Palmer praised Nicolas Jackson, saying, “Everybody knows he’s a top player… The Chelsea fans and players rate him highly.”
Maresca hailed Jadon Sancho’s impact, stating, “He’s a top player, and we’re happy to have him.”
Key Stats:
– Chelsea’s 10 Premier League away goals this season are their highest since 1925/26.
– Enzo Maresca becomes the first manager to win his first three Premier League away games since Pep Guardiola in 2016.
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