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Xabi Alonso names the 'most positive thing' after Chelsea defeat to Brentford
Sep 19 2026 10:48 · By Chris Davie · 10 Reads
Xabi Alonso praised Jordan Henderson’s impact after Chelsea’s defeat to Brentford (Chelsea TV)
Xabi Alonso believes Jordan Henderson’s performance was the ‘most positive thing’ about Chelsea’s 3-0 defeat to Brentford on Friday night.
Chelsea are now without a win in three Premier League games as goals from Jaidon Anthony, Igor Thiago and Fabio Carvalho sealed a deserved win for Keith Andrews’ side at the Gtech Stadium.
Henderson, meanwhile, was handed his debut for Chelsea following his arrival from Brentford as a free agent in the summer.
The 36-year-old missed the start of the season after suffering a broken wrist during England’s World Cup campaign in July.
But Alonso was impressed with Henderson’s first appearance for Chelsea, despite the team’s collapse in the second half.
When asked about Henderson’s debut, Alonso told Chelsea TV: ‘He has had a very good impact.
Jordan Henderson made his Chelsea debut as Brentford sealed a 3-0 win (Action Images via Reuters)
‘I’m happy with his performance, the way he has taken responsibility and connected with the players.
‘It’s probably the most positive thing about today.’