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Premier League | Gameweek 1
Aug 11, 2018 at 3pm UK
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Antonio Rudiger heaps praise on "confident" Kepa Arrizabalaga
Antonio Rudiger hails debutant Kepa Arrizabalaga for his "confident" display in Chelsea's 3-0 win over Huddersfield Town at the John Smith's Stadium.Aug 12, 11:09
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David Wagner: 'Chelsea deserved to win'
Huddersfield Town manager David Wagner admits that his side did not deserve anything from their 3-0 defeat to Chelsea on the opening weekend of the Premier League season.Aug 11, 19:56
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Maurizio Sarri: 'I must adapt to Chelsea'
Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri insists that he is not looking to replicate his Napoli style at Stamford Bridge.Aug 11, 19:47
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Cesar Azpilicueta: 'Players working hard for Maurizio Sarri'
Cesar Azpilicueta acknowledges the importance of Saturday's 3-0 win over Huddersfield Town, giving new boss Maurizio Sarri all three points in his first game in charge.Aug 11, 17:40
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Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri: "It's not been easy for me"
Chelsea boss Maurizio Sarri admits that the "game was more difficult than the result" after seeing his side earn a 3-0 win at Huddersfield Town.Aug 11, 17:25
The Match
Match Report
Chelsea get their Premier League campaign off to a winning start under new manager Maurizio Sarri courtesy of a 3-0 victory over Huddersfield Town.
Live Commentary
Relive Chelsea's 3-0 win over Huddersfield Town as goals from N'Golo Kante, Jorginho and Pedro get the Blues off to a winning start in the Premier League.
Team News
New Chelsea goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga starts in goal for the clash against Huddersfield Town.
Preview
Sports Mole previews Maurizio Sarri's first Premier League match in charge of Chelsea as they visit the John Smith's Stadium to face Huddersfield Town.
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