Xabi Alonso looks for a third straight win for Chelsea in all competitions in his first home Premier League game in charge when Brighton visit Stamford Bridge on Sunday.
Wesley Fofana’s return from suspension and Moisés Caicedo’s likely comeback against his former club give the head coach his strongest available XI of the season so far.
Chelsea team news
Moisés Caicedo is hopeful of returning after a training injury kept him out of Chelsea’s first two matches, with the fixture giving the Ecuadorian the chance to face the club he came through before his move to Stamford Bridge.
Marco Palestra remains unavailable with a separate issue, and Jordan Henderson continues his recovery from a wrist injury sustained celebrating England’s World Cup last-16 win over Mexico. There is no fresh concern over Levi Colwill or Geovany Quenda after both were rested for the Carabao Cup win over Luton.
Wesley Fofana returns from suspension and is available for Chelsea for the first time this season, strengthening Alonso’s central defensive options. Enzo Fernández remains a peripheral figure amid continued Manchester City transfer speculation and may again be left out of the matchday squad. Robert Sánchez is expected to keep his place in goal despite his position coming under scrutiny after a shaky display at Fulham.
Chelsea predicted lineup
Chelsea possible starting XI (3-4-2-1): Sánchez; Fofana, Lacroix, Colwill; Gusto, Caicedo, James, Chavarría; Palmer, Rogers; João Pedro
When will the match kick off?
The Premier League match kicks off at 14:00 BST on Sunday, 30 August 2026.
How to watch Chelsea vs Brighton?
The match will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Main Event in the UK.
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