Chelsea preserved their 100% start to the Premier League season after edging past Brighton and Hove Albion 4-3 in a thrilling encounter at Stamford Bridge on Sunday afternoon.
Xabi Alonso's side displayed quality during an open first half, cutting through the Brighton defence with clinical combination play.
However, Fabian Hurzeler's Seagulls refused to surrender, mounting persistent pressure in the second half to keep the contest in the balance until the final whistle.
Chelsea's defense was forced to withstand significant late pressure as the referee issued three yellow cards to the visitors in the closing stages of the match.
The Blues now turn their attention to a massive London derby against reigning Premier League champions Arsenal at Emirates Stadium next Sunday.
