Jordan Henderson scores twice on his first Chelsea start to inspire a 5-1 rout of Bournemouth

From the Newshound archive · first published 10 October 2026 · last updated 11 October 2026.

Jordan Henderson, 36, announced his first Chelsea start with two outstanding goals and an assist, propelling Xabi Alonso's side to a 5-1 thrashing of Bournemouth at Stamford Bridge. Chelsea were 2-0 up within three minutes — the earliest point at which they have ever held a two-goal lead in a Premier League game. Moises Caicedo, returning from a calf injury, lined up alongside Henderson in midfield, while Joao Pedro also netted twice to round out the scoring.

Cole Palmer signed a new contract keeping him at Stamford Bridge until 2034, announced via a live Twitch stream hours before kick-off.

Paul Merson called Caicedo 'the best holding midfield player in the world of football' after his return from injury.