Premier League summer series: Pochettino reacts as Chelsea defeat Brighton

Chelsea return to action on Saturday when they face Brighton in the US.

The Blues put up an impressive display to overcome Roberto De Zerbi’s squad in the first game of the Premier League Summer Series.

Brighton opened the scoreline but Chelsea’s Christian Nkunku quickly gave them an equaliser.

The trio of Mudryk, Conor Gallagher and Jackson all found the net for the Blues after the break.

Brighton managed to score two more goals but the game ended in a 4-3 win for Chelsea.

Speaking in a post-match statement, Pochettino said he was happy with the outcome.

‘We are happy for the fans; they enjoy a good game,’ Pochettino said in his post-match press conference.

‘Of course, a coach is never happy when you concede goals, but it’s normal because it is only two-and-a-half weeks to work and evolve the different areas of the team.

‘I am happy, I saw many positive things. I am so happy with the attitude of the players and the staff. We showed great attitude and energy against a team that did a fantastic job last season.

‘I am so happy with the balance in these two-and-a-half weeks. We know we have to work a lot and continue to improve. But we’re starting to see certain principles that will be very, very important for us.’