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Daniel Childs

Raheem Sterling realises Pep Guardiola Chelsea dream as Tuchel faces Frenkie de Jong question

Saturday heralded the start of a new era for Chelsea but there was a lot that felt familiar.

An awkward time at Goodison Park, the feeling of being overawed by an aggressive Everton side encouraged by a confrontational home crowd.

The opener played out in a very similar fashion to the clash back in April that sparked much disappointment. The only difference this time was the defining mistake was made by Abdoulaye Doucoure to concede a penalty when it was Cesar Azpilicueta last time. Although it took over 100 minutes, Thomas Tuchel gained Chelsea's first win at Everton for five years with his new signings offering encouragement.

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