Soccer / Football · BBC Sport

'Tinkerman' Alonso's Chelsea side still searching for identity

Published by BBC Sport on November 8, 2026 at 1:20 PM ET

Xabi Alonso's frustration is evident as Chelsea's struggles for an identity continue with the disappointing 1-0 defeat by Sunderland.

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