In another dazzling display for Chelsea, Cole Palmer stamped his mark on Sunday’s 5-0 victory over West Ham, further solidifying his place in the annals of football history.
The young English talent wasted no time, breaking the deadlock at Stamford Bridge a mere 15 minutes into the match.
Joined by Conor Gallagher and Noni Madueke before halftime, Palmer’s contribution to Chelsea’s dominance was unmistakable.
As the second half unfolded, Nicolas Jackson’s brace sealed the deal, securing a vital win for Chelsea’s European aspirations.
Throughout a tumultuous season for the Blues, Palmer has shone brightly, consistently delivering crucial goals and assists under Mauricio Pochettino’s guidance.
Palmer’s goal against West Ham marked his 21st in the Premier League, a remarkable achievement in itself.
Combined with nine assists, he now stands shoulder to shoulder with Chelsea legend Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink as only the second player to achieve 30 goal contributions in their debut season.
With three games left on the calendar, Palmer’s sights are set on surpassing Hasselbaink’s long-standing record.
But Palmer’s impact extends beyond mere statistics.
In a testament to his prowess, the 21-year-old has matched the feats of Chelsea’s iconic goal-scoring duo, Frank Lampard and Didier Drogba.
Lampard and Drogba jointly hold the record for most Premier League home goals in a season for Chelsea, each tallying 16 in separate campaigns.
Palmer’s strike against West Ham brought him level with these legends, but the upcoming clash against Bournemouth at Stamford Bridge presents an opportunity for Palmer to etch his name in Chelsea’s history books as the sole record holder
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