Chelsea Manager Alonso Thanks Fans for Their Support

Chelsea manager, Xabi Alonso, has thanked fans for the warm welcome he got at Stamford Bridge during his first home match as head coach.

The Spaniard said he felt emotional from the cheers of the Chelsea supporters before the game. He highlighted how important it is to build a strong bond between the team and the fans as the new season starts.

In a statement shared on Chelsea’s website on Sunday, Alonso said, “It was emotional to feel my first time in the new home. A great reception from the supporters to the team and to the new staff, myself as well, so delighted.”

Alonso also looked back positively on Chelsea’s last preparation game. He called it a helpful test before their first Premier League match against Fulham.

“It was a very good last preparation game,” he said. “For some players it was the first one and the last one. For us, there were some good things, some things we can improve. It’s normal at this moment for some players.”

The Chelsea boss was happy to see the squad together, with some players getting to build their fitness by playing for about an hour.

“It was great to have all the team together. Some of them after three days could play for 60 minutes. It was the last test. Now we have a whole week to prepare for Fulham, but it was a good feeling in the stadium.”

Alonso believes that a strong bond with the fans can give Chelsea an edge at Stamford Bridge. He wants his team to reward the fans with exciting football and good performances.

“We want to create good connections and have that support. We want to give them good football so they will give us energy, and we connect.

“To have a good atmosphere here in the stadium will be a massive boost for the team,” he added.