In an eventful Premier League match, Chelsea managed to secure a hard-fought victory against Bournemouth, despite facing challenges throughout the game. The visitors employed a strategic approach, allowing Chelsea to dominate possession while maintaining high defensive lines. Bournemouth, however, capitalized on their chances upfront, with Brazilian striker Evanilson keeping the Chelsea defenders on their toes.

As the game progressed, Chelsea began to find more space in the attacking third once Bournemouth could no longer sustain their high-pressure tactics. However, the midfield struggled with the transition, missing the presence of Enzo Fernández. Without his contribution, players like Cole Palmer were forced to drop back to initiate attacks, showcasing their brilliance upfront. Jackson, in particular, had two promising opportunities to score, but was thwarted by offside and goalkeeper Mark Travers' excellent save.

Amidst the intense showdown, Bournemouth came close to attaining their desired outcome when Robert Sánchez brought down Evanilson in the box, resulting in a penalty. However, the center-forward's poor execution allowed Chelsea's shot-stopper to make a relatively easy save, preserving a clean sheet.

In the second half, Chelsea fans eagerly witnessed the debut of Jadon Sancho in a Chelsea shirt. The young winger immediately made an impact, showcasing superior skill and creativity compared to Pedro Neto. Sancho set up several threatening crosses, including one to Marc Cucurella that narrowly missed connecting with a Chelsea player. He also provided the assist to Nicolas Jackson, whose shot soared above the goal.

Despite some promising moments from Chelsea, it was Bournemouth who continued to pose a threat in their offensive forays. Once again, Sánchez emerged as a key figure, making crucial interventions to deny the opposition's attempts.

Faced with a challenging situation, Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca made tactical changes to find that winning goal. Sancho's performance on the left wing had been fruitful, establishing him as a potential mainstay in Maresca's team. Finally, it was Nkunku who capitalized on several attempted assists from Sancho, ultimately securing the much-needed goal for Chelsea.

The match was not without its share of disciplinary action, with a staggering total of 14 yellow cards shown on the pitch and an additional 2 on the sidelines. This set a Premier League record for the highest number of bookings in a single game.

Looking ahead, Chelsea's next challenge will be an away match against West Ham in the Premier League. As they seek to continue their winning streak, the squad will look to build on their performance against Bournemouth, aiming for victory against their rivals in the upcoming fixture.