Joao Pedro treble flips Chelsea friendly as Xabi Alonso era begins

Joao Pedro scored a late hat-trick to flip a pre-season friendly on its head as Xabi Alonso took charge of Chelsea for the first time. The Brazilian’s decisive treble turned the match against Western Sydney Wanderers in Sydney, with youngsters impressing in the tour opener. On the same day, Fulham fans hoping to watch their side’s friendly against Al Ahli in Portugal were left disappointed after it emerged there will be no television or live stream coverage. The game at the Estadio Municipal Albufeira kicks off at 5pm UK time on Tuesday, July 28. Instead, supporters must rely on live audio commentary via FFC TV, which requires a valid monthly or seasonal pass.