Chelsea entertained Bournemouth at Stamford Bridge earlier today as they hoped to secure a positive result at home in the Premier League. The Blues made a dream start to the game and scored the opener in the second minute when Jordon Henderson scored with a composed finish. Morgan Rogers doubled his team's advantage just a minute later as Xabi Alonso's men went into the half-time break 2-0 up on the scoreline.
Joao Pedro made it 3-0 to Chelsea in the 46th minute before Evanilson got a goal back for the visitors in the 51st minute. Pedro scored again in the 67th minute before Henderson got himself another goal just three minutes later. The contest ended with Chelsea securing a dominant 5-1 win at Stamford Bridge.
Let's take a look at how each Chelsea player fared during the clash against the Cherries.
GK: Emiliano Martinez – 7/10
He made a few solid saves at the back but failed to keep a clean sheet this afternoon.
CB: Josh Acheampong – 7/10
Acheampong did his fair share of defending and was good on the ball.
CB: Maxence Lacroix – 7/10
He put his foot through the ball when he could and did enough to limit the opposition to just one goal.
CB: Levi Colwill – 7/10
Colwill made a few crucial clearances inside his half and was strong in the air.
LONDON, ENGLAND – OCTOBER 10: Players of Chelsea form a huddle before the Premier League 2026/27 match between Chelsea FC and AFC Bournemouth at Stamford Bridge on October 10, 2026 in London, England. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)
RM: Pedro Neto – 7.5/10
He caught the eye at times inside the Bournemouth half and has an assist to show for his efforts.
CM: Jordan Henderson – 9/10
Henderson anchored the midfield well and managed to score a couple of goals and secure an assist for Chelsea today. He deserves to be named the man of the match.
CM: Moises Caicedo – 7.5/10
He anchored the midfield with conviction and was replaced in the 71st minute.
LM: Pep Chavarria – 8/10
Chavarria was a positive influence at both ends of the field and ended the game with an assist to his name.
RAM: Cole Palmer – 7.5/10
He made two key chances in the final third and has an assist to show for his efforts.
LAM: Morgan Rogers – 8/10
Rogers managed to shine at times inside the Bournemouth half and managed to score in the third minute.
ST: Joao Pedro – 8.5/10
He was a constant menace up top and scored twice in the second half.
CM: Romeo Lavia – 6.5/10
Lavia added some energy to Alonso's midfield.
His impact on the game was minimal.
