In a captivating clash at Stamford Bridge on [date], Chelsea edged out Brighton with a thrilling 4-3 victory, highlighted by Cole Palmer's decisive goal. The match saw Chelsea take a commanding 3-0 lead, thanks to goals from Romeo Lavia, Pedro Neto, and Joao Pedro. However, Brighton fought back with strikes from Malick Yalcouye and a Joao Pedro own goal, narrowing the gap before Palmer sealed the win. Pascal Gross added a late consolation goal for Brighton in the 96th minute after a long throw-in caused chaos in Chelsea's defense.

Player Ratings:

• Emiliano Martinez: Made crucial saves, earning an 8.
• Wesley Fofana: Drove the attack effectively, rated 7.
• Maxence Lacroix: Confident but occasionally shaky defensively, rated 6.
• Levi Colwill: Comfortable on the ball but caught out of position, rated 6.
• Pedro Neto: Scored a goal but was at fault for Brighton's first, rated 7.
• Malo Gusto: Quiet performance, delivered good corners, rated 6.
• Romeo Lavia: Scored early, marking his first Chelsea goal, rated 7.
• Jorrel Hato: Provided a brilliant assist, rated 7.
• Cole Palmer: Scored a beautiful curling goal, rated 8.
• Joao Pedro: Key in attack with a goal and assist, rated 8.
• Morgan Rogers: Set up a goal with powerful running, rated 7.

Substitutes:

• Josh Acheampong: Steady defensively, rated 6.
• Reece James: Contributed energetically, rated 7.
• Moises Caicedo: Left the pitch injured, rated 6.
• Pep Chavarria: Showed eagerness in attack, rated 6.
• Valentin Barco: Rated 6.

Subs not used: Penders, Gittens, Estevao Willian, Welbeck.