The English Premier League (EPL) has witnessed a highly anticipated match between Chelsea and Fulham, which took place on the 4th of February 2023. The game was particularly noteworthy due to the much-publicized debut of Chelsea’s new manager, Enzo Fernandez. However, the debut proved to be a disappointment as the blues failed to secure a win and had to settle for a draw against their London-based opponents.

Fulham, who were fighting for survival in the league, started the game strongly with a well-structured defense, which made it difficult for Chelsea to break through. The home team’s persistence paid off in the 25th minute, when Bobby Decordova-Reid scored a beautiful goal, putting Fulham in the lead. Chelsea tried to respond quickly, but the defense held strong, and the first half ended with Fulham leading 1-0.

The second half started with Chelsea trying to find an equalizer, but the Fulham defense held strong. It was not until the 63rd minute that Chelsea finally found the back of the net, with Timo Werner’s well-placed header. The match ended in a 1-1 draw, much to the disappointment of the Chelsea fans and the new manager, Enzo Fernandez.

The draw was a wake-up call for Chelsea, who were expected to win after investing heavily in the transfer market. The club had brought in a number of top-quality players, including striker Timo Werner, midfielder Hakim Ziyech, and defender Thiago Silva. However, the team failed to live up to expectations and the new manager, who was expected to bring a fresh approach, had a debut to forget.

Fulham, on the other hand, will take confidence from this result and will look to build on it as they aim to avoid relegation. Manager Scott Parker will be pleased with his team’s performance, especially their defense, which held strong against a team of Chelsea’s quality.

In conclusion, the game between Chelsea and Fulham was an entertaining encounter, but the result was not what Chelsea fans were hoping for. The club will need to regroup and come back stronger in their next match if they hope to achieve their goals this season. Meanwhile, Fulham will take confidence from their result and aim to continue their form as they look to secure their place in the EPL for next season.