“I’m happy” – Alonso praises Chelsea star after statement win against Man United
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8-second readXabi Alonso has suggested Estêvão Willian could now earn a much bigger role at Chelsea after the Brazilian impressed in Saturday’s 2-0 Premier League victory over Manchester United.
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Xabi Alonso has suggested Estêvão Willian could now earn a much bigger role at Chelsea after the Brazilian impressed in Saturday’s 2-0 Premier League victory over Manchester United.
The 19-year-old was handed his first league start of the season after weeks of questions about his lack of minutes. He responded with an energetic display at Stamford Bridge, repeatedly troubling United’s defence and having two efforts ruled out for offside.
Speaking after the match, Alonso was full of praise for the youngster. He said, as reported by Fabrizio Romano: “I am very happy with Estevão!
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CaughtOffside · reported · 2026-11-01 07:38 UTC
"I'm happy" - Alonso praises Chelsea star after statement win against Man United ↗
Xabi Alonso has suggested Estêvão Willian could now earn a much bigger role at Chelsea after the Brazilian impressed in Saturday’s 2-0 Premier League victory over Manchester United.The 19-year-old was...
CaughtOffside · reported · 2026-11-01 07:38 UTC
“I’m happy” – Alonso praises Chelsea star after statement win against Man United ↗
Xabi Alonso has suggested Estêvão Willian could now earn a much bigger role at Chelsea after the Brazilian impressed in Saturday’s 2-0 Premier League victory over Manchester United. The 19-year-old was handed his first league start of the s
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