Fulham start new era against Chelsea
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Fulham Daily News Roundup

Fulham open their Premier League campaign at Craven Cottage against Chelsea as Álvaro Arbeloa begins a new era. Tom Cairney and Joachim Andersen are unavailable, while focus falls on shape, selection and patience around tactical change.
Fulham fans are urged to stay patient as Álvaro Arbeloa begins a new era, with high pressing, quick tempo and tactical change expected after Marco Silva’s exit.
Fulham begin a new era under Álvaro Arbeloa against Chelsea at Craven Cottage, with Opta giving them a 26.7% win chance. Cairney and Andersen are unavailable.
Chelsea are tipped to start several debutants at Fulham, with Morgan Rogers and João Pedro likely to feature as Xabi Alonso begins his Premier League reign at Craven Cottage.
What to watch as Chelsea visit Fulham: Alonso’s shape, selection and key men, with Craven Cottage the stage for Chelsea’s Premier League opener against Fulham.