Chelsea's Tactical Shift Shines in 3-0 Victory Over AC Milan
WHO:
Daily Mail Sports - Chelsea FC is managed by Xabi Alonso.
We Ain't Got No History - Chelsea fans supported their team during the match.
WHAT:
Daily Mail Sports - Chelsea won 3-0 against AC Milan.
Daily Mail Sports - This match marked Chelsea's first clean sheet since Xabi Alonso took charge.
We Ain't Got No History - Chelsea's starting lineup featured a 4-2-3-1 formation.
WHERE:
We Ain't Got No History - The match took place at Gelora Bung Karno Main Stadium in Jakarta, Indonesia.
WHEN:
We Ain't Got No History - The match was scheduled for Saturday, August 8, 2026, at 7pm local time.
WHY:
Daily Mail Sports - The tactical shift to a back three was implemented by Xabi Alonso for the first time as Chelsea's manager.
HOW:
We Ain't Got No History - Chelsea had limited time to train under Xabi Alonso before the match, but they would have a full two weeks of training before their official debut against Fulham in the Premier League.
Chelsea FC, managed by Xabi Alonso, secured a decisive 3-0 victory against AC Milan at Gelora Bung Karno Main Stadium in Jakarta, Indonesia, marking their first clean sheet since Alonso took charge. The match featured a 4-2-3-1 formation, and despite limited training time under their new manager, the team showed strong support from their fans. Looking ahead, Chelsea will have a full two weeks of training before their official Premier League debut against Fulham on August 22, 2026.