Chelsea and England forward Cole Palmer will miss two Premier League games and the Champions League clash with Barcelona next week after fracturing a toe, coach Enzo Maresca said on Friday.&nbsp;Maresca said that 23-year-old Palmer, who had just returned to training after two months out with a groin injury, had suffered the injury at home.&nbsp;He apparently stubbed his toe on a door at night.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-steve-smith-to-joe-root-5-active-batters-with-most-runs-in-ashes-ben-stokes-jonny-bairstow-usman-khawaja-1762275784636">From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes</a>&nbsp;Palmer will be sidelined for Saturday's trip to Burnley, the home game against Barcelona on Tuesday and next weekend's Premier League match against leaders Arsenal."He is probably not available for tomorrow for sure, Barcelona for sure or Arsenal for sure," said Maresca.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-leonard-hutton-to-don-bradman-5-batters-with-highest-individual-score-in-ashes-bob-simpson-bob-cowper-ashes-2025-26-1762276944046">From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes</a>&nbsp;"Unfortunately, he had an accident at home where he hit his toe but it is nothing important -- but he won't be back in the next week."&nbsp;Palmer scored twice when Chelsea won the Club World Cup final against Paris Saint-Germain in July and is expected to be an integral part of the England squad at the World Cup next year.&nbsp;Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Enzo Maresca said that 23-year-old Palmer, who had just returned to training after two months out with a groin injury, had suffered the injury at home.

Chelsea and England forward Cole Palmer will miss two Premier League games and the Champions League clash with Barcelona next week after fracturing a toe, coach Enzo Maresca said on Friday. Maresca said that 23-year-old Palmer, who had just returned to training after two months out with a groin injury, had suffered the injury at home. He apparently stubbed his toe on a door at night. ALSO READ | From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes Palmer will be sidelined for Saturday's trip to Burnley, the home game against Barcelona on Tuesday and next weekend's Premier League match against leaders Arsenal. "He is probably not available for tomorrow for sure, Barcelona for sure or Arsenal for sure," said Maresca. ALSO READ | From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes "Unfortunately, he had an accident at home where he hit his toe but it is nothing important -- but he won't be back in the next week." Palmer scored twice when Chelsea won the Club World Cup final against Paris Saint-Germain in July and is expected to be an integral part of the England squad at the World Cup next year. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Enzo Maresca said that 23-year-old Palmer, who had just returned to training after two months out with a groin injury, had suffered the injury at home.

Premier League: Cole Palmer to miss three more Chelsea games after toe break

Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca believes Cole Palmer will avoid groin surgery after the England forward was forced off during Saturday's defeat at Manchester United. Palmer has made just two Premier League starts this season and lasted only 21 minutes at Old Trafford before limping to the sidelines in a game Chelsea lost 2-1.&nbsp;Asked whether the 23-year-old will need an operation on an injury that has been troubling him for a while, Maresca told reporters: "The medical staff, they didn't mention to me about surgery.&nbsp;"I don't know if in the next days or the next weeks, but I don't think so, to be honest.&nbsp;"He made a huge effort on Saturday to try to play the game. He did the test, he was OK but not 100 percent. But he wanted to be there to help his team-mates and to be there in that kind of game.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-rohit-sharma-to-virat-kohli-here-is-a-look-at-five-indian-batters-with-most-runs-in-asia-cup-odis-t20is-sachin-tendulkar-ms-dhoni-dhawan-1754123070628">From Rohit Sharma to Virat Kohli, 5 Indian batters with most runs in Asia Cup (ODIs + T20Is)</a>&nbsp;"Unfortunately, it was painful so we decided to change it. And it's more day-by-day, week-by-week, game-by-game to see how it is and then decide what we do."&nbsp;Palmer is likely to miss Chelsea's League Cup third-round tie at third-tier Lincoln on Tuesday, with Romeo Lavia and Benoit Badiashile also ruled out.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-asia-cup-2025-full-squads-complete-fixtures-date-time-venue-and-live-streaming-details-check-all-details-1755585771834">Asia Cup 2025: All you need to know - full squads, complete fixtures, date, time, venue and other key details</a>&nbsp;Maresca is likely to select several youth academy players but the Italian conceded it was a risky strategy given the potential for a cup upset against a team flying high in League One.&nbsp;"These are the games that worry me most, because you can slip up very easily," he said. "Football is full of these kind of games and I am very worried about that."&nbsp;Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Cole Palmer has made just two Premier League starts this season and lasted only 21 minutes at Old Trafford before limping to the sidelines in a game Chelsea lost 2-1.

Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca believes Cole Palmer will avoid groin surgery after the England forward was forced off during Saturday's defeat at Manchester United. Palmer has made just two Premier League starts this season and lasted only 21 minutes at Old Trafford before limping to the sidelines in a game Chelsea lost 2-1. Asked whether the 23-year-old will need an operation on an injury that has been troubling him for a while, Maresca told reporters: "The medical staff, they didn't mention to me about surgery. "I don't know if in the next days or the next weeks, but I don't think so, to be honest. "He made a huge effort on Saturday to try to play the game. He did the test, he was OK but not 100 percent. But he wanted to be there to help his team-mates and to be there in that kind of game. ALSO READ | From Rohit Sharma to Virat Kohli, 5 Indian batters with most runs in Asia Cup (ODIs + T20Is) "Unfortunately, it was painful so we decided to change it. And it's more day-by-day, week-by-week, game-by-game to see how it is and then decide what we do." Palmer is likely to miss Chelsea's League Cup third-round tie at third-tier Lincoln on Tuesday, with Romeo Lavia and Benoit Badiashile also ruled out. ALSO READ | Asia Cup 2025: All you need to know - full squads, complete fixtures, date, time, venue and other key details Maresca is likely to select several youth academy players but the Italian conceded it was a risky strategy given the potential for a cup upset against a team flying high in League One. "These are the games that worry me most, because you can slip up very easily," he said. "Football is full of these kind of games and I am very worried about that." Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Cole Palmer has made just two Premier League starts this season and lasted only 21 minutes at Old Trafford before limping to the sidelines in a game Chelsea lost 2-1.

Premier League: Chelsea's Cole Palmer likely to avoid groin surgery - Enzo Maresca

Enzo Maresca has challenged his misfiring Chelsea squad to step up during a lean spell for Cole Palmer, admitting "we rely on Cole for everything".<o:p></o:p>
The England attacking midfielder has scored 14 goals and provided six assists in the Premier League this season, but his last goal was in mid-January and he last set up a goal on December 1.<o:p></o:p>
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Chelsea, just two points behind runaway leaders Liverpool in mid-December, have slipped to seventh in the table after three defeats in their past four games, though they are just one point behind fourth-placed Manchester City.<o:p></o:p>
Maresca, preparing his team to host rock-bottom Southampton on Tuesday, said he was not worried about Palmer's dip in form.<o:p></o:p>
"I'm not concerned about Cole because Cole is a human being, and during the season he can have some moments where he struggles a little bit more," he told reporters on Monday. "The problem with Cole is probably that we rely on Cole for everything, and I said since we started that we need to rely on the team. For sure we need big players, top players like Cole, but we are not worried about Cole at all." <o:p></o:p>
He added, "Every game we expect from him a goal or assist. It's difficult, he's a human being, he's a player. At this moment, probably his performance also reflects a little bit the team performance."<o:p></o:p>
"We struggle to score goals and we need to be a little bit more clinical when we get the chances."<o:p></o:p>
The Italian, in his first season at Stamford Bridge, remains upbeat over Chelsea's form as they chase a Champions League place.<o:p></o:p>
"Even against Villa (a 2-1 defeat on Saturday), I think the identity was there," he said. "The way we play on the ball and off the ball was there, very similar to what we are doing during the season."<o:p></o:p>
"So, the identity is there. I said after Aston Villa game, in this moment I have the feeling that winning one, we can have a good run again and we can build a good momentum again. That is what I think in this moment the players need."
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Sports, Football: Palmer has scored 14 goals and provided six assists in the PL this season but his last goal was in mid-January and he last set up a goal on December 1.

Enzo Maresca has challenged his misfiring Chelsea squad to step up during a lean spell for Cole Palmer, admitting "we rely on Cole for everything". The England attacking midfielder has scored 14 goals and provided six assists in the Premier League this season, but his last goal was in mid-January and he last set up a goal on December 1. Also read | Moise Kean released from hospital and ‘out of danger’ after collapsing on pitch: Club Chelsea, just two points behind runaway leaders Liverpool in mid-December, have slipped to seventh in the table after three defeats in their past four games, though they are just one point behind fourth-placed Manchester City. Maresca, preparing his team to host rock-bottom Southampton on Tuesday, said he was not worried about Palmer's dip in form. "I'm not concerned about Cole because Cole is a human being, and during the season he can have some moments where he struggles a little bit more," he told reporters on Monday. "The problem with Cole is probably that we rely on Cole for everything, and I said since we started that we need to rely on the team. For sure we need big players, top players like Cole, but we are not worried about Cole at all." He added, "Every game we expect from him a goal or assist. It's difficult, he's a human being, he's a player. At this moment, probably his performance also reflects a little bit the team performance." "We struggle to score goals and we need to be a little bit more clinical when we get the chances." The Italian, in his first season at Stamford Bridge, remains upbeat over Chelsea's form as they chase a Champions League place. "Even against Villa (a 2-1 defeat on Saturday), I think the identity was there," he said. "The way we play on the ball and off the ball was there, very similar to what we are doing during the season." "So, the identity is there. I said after Aston Villa game, in this moment I have the feeling that winning one, we can have a good run again and we can build a good momentum again. That is what I think in this moment the players need." Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

‘We rely on Cole for everything,’ Maresca urges misfiring midfield to step up during Palmer's lean patch

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Palmer demonstrated a composure beyond his 22 years as Chelsea ended a five-match winless run with a 3-1 victory over Wolves on Monday thanks in no small measure to his assured display in midfield late in the game.&nbsp; &nbsp;
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"The second half against Wolves for me was one of the best moments since I arrived here. He was showing personality, he was asking for the ball in any moment that the team needed it.&nbsp;
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"This kind of personality that we have to show in a difficult moment. Against Wolves in the second half he was top."&nbsp;
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Sheffield United missed the chance to go top of the Championship as they suffered a shock 3-0 loss at home to struggling Hull on Friday.&nbsp;
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It took Hull's Matt Crooks just six minutes to open the scoring at Bramall Lane with a fine first-time effort before Matty Jacob doubled the lead in the 64th minute courtesy of a close-range finish.&nbsp;
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Defeat left the Blades in second place, a point behind leaders Leeds, who face fellow promotion contenders Burnley on Monday. Third-placed Burnley will go level on points with Leeds if they win at Turf Moor.
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Sports, Football: Palmer demonstrated a composure beyond his 22 years as Chelsea ended a five-match winless run with a 3-1 victory over Wolves on Monday

Enzo Maresca believes England rising star Cole Palmer can do for Chelsea what Egypt forward Mohamed Salah has done for Premier League leaders Liverpool. Palmer demonstrated a composure beyond his 22 years as Chelsea ended a five-match winless run with a 3-1 victory over Wolves on Monday thanks in no small measure to his assured display in midfield late in the game. "He (Palmer) is improving a lot but not just in terms of numbers of goals and assists," said Maresca, whose fourth-placed side will continue their bid to qualify for the Champions League away to faltering English title-holders Manchester City on Saturday. "The second half against Wolves for me was one of the best moments since I arrived here. He was showing personality, he was asking for the ball in any moment that the team needed it. Also Read: Guardiola insists Manchester City ‘will be back’ in title race next season "Liverpool when they have some (difficult) moment, Salah is asking for the ball. Arsenal when they have some problem, (Martin) Odegaard is asking for the ball. "We need that kind of player when we are in some difficult moment, who is turning to his team-mates and saying 'give me the ball, don't worry, I will be in charge'. "This kind of personality that we have to show in a difficult moment. Against Wolves in the second half he was top." Hull stun promotion-chasing Sheffield United Sheffield United missed the chance to go top of the Championship as they suffered a shock 3-0 loss at home to struggling Hull on Friday. It took Hull's Matt Crooks just six minutes to open the scoring at Bramall Lane with a fine first-time effort before Matty Jacob doubled the lead in the 64th minute courtesy of a close-range finish. A win that took the Tigers out of the relegation zone was assured two minutes from time when Harrison Burrows deflected a cross in for an own-goal. Defeat left the Blades in second place, a point behind leaders Leeds, who face fellow promotion contenders Burnley on Monday. Third-placed Burnley will go level on points with Leeds if they win at Turf Moor. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Cole Palmer can be Chelsea's answer to Liverpool's Salah, says coach Maresca

Chelsea roared back from two goals down to beat Tottenham 4-3 on Sunday, moving just four points behind Premier League leaders Liverpool after Arsenal were held by Fulham. The Gunners and Chelsea both started the day seven points adrift of Arne Slot's side, whose game this weekend was postponed due to stormy weather.

Arsenal were forced to settle for a 1-1 draw but Enzo Maresca's Chelsea, kicking off later Sunday, mounted a stunning comeback at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

Dominic Solanke and Dejan Kulusevski put Spurs two goals up inside 11 minutes but Jadon Sancho quickly pulled one back with a fine strike and the second half belonged to the visitors.

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Cole Palmer equalised from the penalty spot in the 61st minute and Enzo Fernandez put Chelsea ahead 12 minutes later.

Palmer's ice-cool "Panenka" spot-kick gave the visitors a two-goal cushion before Son Heung-min added a late third for Spurs.

Second-placed Chelsea now have 31 points after 15 games, two points ahead of London rivals Arsenal. Liverpool, with a game in hand, are on 35 points.

"The plan or the idea is to not let the players slow down," Maresca told Sky Sports. "They cannot drop because they know another player is waiting to come in."

But the Italian, in his first season at Stamford Bridge, played down his team's title chances.

"Arsenal, (Manchester) City and Liverpool probably don't slide like (Chelsea defender Marc) Cucurella did. To be serious, we are not ready, we are far from these teams but we focus on day-by-day and trying to improve the team."

The defeat is a disastrous result for under-pressure Spurs boss Ange Postecoglou, whose side hammered champions Manchester City 4-0 just two weeks ago.

"It is a sore one, a painful one," said the Australian, whose team are now 11th in the Premier League table after their seventh defeat.

<h2>Arsenal held</h2>

Earlier, Bukayo Saka had a late winner ruled out for offside by a VAR review as the Gunners' four-match winning streak was halted in west London.

Raul Jimenez fired Fulham into an early lead before William Saliba levelled after yet another Arsenal goal from a corner.

"We are very disappointed not to win the game -- overall we absolutely dominated the game from start to end," Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta told the BBC. "We did all the things that we wanted to do during the game and unfortunately we concede one goal in one shot. The way the team played, the way the team wanted to win, it was unbelievable."

Arsenal were still without influential defensive pair Gabriel Magalhaes and Riccardo Calafiori through injury and Fulham exposed a makeshift left side of the Gunners' backline to take the lead.

Kenny Tete's ball in behind was pounced on by Jimenez, who drove forward and fired brilliantly across David Raya into the far corner on 11 minutes.

Arsenal underlined their threat from set-pieces when they scored twice from corners to beat Manchester United 2-0 in midweek.

Yet for all their preparations, Fulham were still powerless to prevent the corner kings from striking again.

Saliba stabbed home Kai Havertz's header from close range for Arsenal's 23rd goal from corners since the beginning of last season.

Another corner should have led to the winner but Thomas Partey nodded wide when unmarked from another pinpoint Declan Rice delivery.

Saka did head in at the back post as stoppage time approached, but Gabriel Martinelli had strayed offside before supplying the cross.

Ruud van Nistelrooy's Leicester struck twice late on to deny Brighton in a 2-2 draw at the King Power.

Tariq Lamptey opened the scoring in spectacular fashion with a looping effort into the top corner from outside the box and Yankuba Minteh looked to have sealed the three points for the Seagulls.

But Jamie Vardy started the comeback on 86 minutes before teeing up Bobby De Cordova-Reid to snatch a point in stoppage time.

Bournemouth also scored twice in the dying minutes to deny struggling Ipswich a first home win in the top flight for 22 years in a 2-1 win at Portman Road.

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Chelsea roared back from two goals down to beat Tottenham 4-3 on Sunday, moving just four points behind Premier League leaders Liverpool after Arsenal were held by Fulham.

Chelsea roared back from two goals down to beat Tottenham 4-3 on Sunday, moving just four points behind Premier League leaders Liverpool after Arsenal were held by Fulham. The Gunners and Chelsea both started the day seven points adrift of Arne Slot's side, whose game this weekend was postponed due to stormy weather. Arsenal were forced to settle for a 1-1 draw but Enzo Maresca's Chelsea, kicking off later Sunday, mounted a stunning comeback at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Dominic Solanke and Dejan Kulusevski put Spurs two goals up inside 11 minutes but Jadon Sancho quickly pulled one back with a fine strike and the second half belonged to the visitors. ALSO READ: Abu Dhabi Grand Prix: Lando Norris wins final race as McLaren seals first constructors' title in 26 years Cole Palmer equalised from the penalty spot in the 61st minute and Enzo Fernandez put Chelsea ahead 12 minutes later. Palmer's ice-cool "Panenka" spot-kick gave the visitors a two-goal cushion before Son Heung-min added a late third for Spurs. Second-placed Chelsea now have 31 points after 15 games, two points ahead of London rivals Arsenal. Liverpool, with a game in hand, are on 35 points. "The plan or the idea is to not let the players slow down," Maresca told Sky Sports. "They cannot drop because they know another player is waiting to come in." But the Italian, in his first season at Stamford Bridge, played down his team's title chances. "Arsenal, (Manchester) City and Liverpool probably don't slide like (Chelsea defender Marc) Cucurella did. To be serious, we are not ready, we are far from these teams but we focus on day-by-day and trying to improve the team." The defeat is a disastrous result for under-pressure Spurs boss Ange Postecoglou, whose side hammered champions Manchester City 4-0 just two weeks ago. "It is a sore one, a painful one," said the Australian, whose team are now 11th in the Premier League table after their seventh defeat. Arsenal held Earlier, Bukayo Saka had a late winner ruled out for offside by a VAR review as the Gunners' four-match winning streak was halted in west London. Raul Jimenez fired Fulham into an early lead before William Saliba levelled after yet another Arsenal goal from a corner. "We are very disappointed not to win the game -- overall we absolutely dominated the game from start to end," Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta told the BBC. "We did all the things that we wanted to do during the game and unfortunately we concede one goal in one shot. The way the team played, the way the team wanted to win, it was unbelievable." Arsenal were still without influential defensive pair Gabriel Magalhaes and Riccardo Calafiori through injury and Fulham exposed a makeshift left side of the Gunners' backline to take the lead. Kenny Tete's ball in behind was pounced on by Jimenez, who drove forward and fired brilliantly across David Raya into the far corner on 11 minutes. Arsenal underlined their threat from set-pieces when they scored twice from corners to beat Manchester United 2-0 in midweek. Yet for all their preparations, Fulham were still powerless to prevent the corner kings from striking again. Saliba stabbed home Kai Havertz's header from close range for Arsenal's 23rd goal from corners since the beginning of last season. Another corner should have led to the winner but Thomas Partey nodded wide when unmarked from another pinpoint Declan Rice delivery. Saka did head in at the back post as stoppage time approached, but Gabriel Martinelli had strayed offside before supplying the cross. Ruud van Nistelrooy's Leicester struck twice late on to deny Brighton in a 2-2 draw at the King Power. Tariq Lamptey opened the scoring in spectacular fashion with a looping effort into the top corner from outside the box and Yankuba Minteh looked to have sealed the three points for the Seagulls. But Jamie Vardy started the comeback on 86 minutes before teeing up Bobby De Cordova-Reid to snatch a point in stoppage time. Bournemouth also scored twice in the dying minutes to deny struggling Ipswich a first home win in the top flight for 22 years in a 2-1 win at Portman Road. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

PL: Chelsea climbs to 2nd spot after beating Spurs in seven-goal thriller; Arsenal drops points vs Fulham

Chelsea midfielder Cole Palmer scored four goals, including a hat-trick in the first 30 minutes, as his side hammered Everton 6-0 on Monday to maintain their push for a European spot and leave the visitors still hovering above the relegation zone.

The 21-year-old Palmer underlined his England credentials with a classic left foot, header, right foot treble and then added a second-half penalty as Chelsea ran riot.

Nicolas Jackson and substitute Alfie Gilchrist were also on target as Chelsea remain ninth on 47 points but with games in hand on all the teams above them.

"When we signed him (Palmer) he was a great talent," Chelsea boss Mauricio Pochettino said. "He is doing fantastic, he is doing really well and he has adapted himself. The impact on the team was amazing from day one."

It was a sobering night for Sean Dyche's visitors, however, as the heavy defeat leaves Everton 16th on 27 points, two places and two points above the relegation zone.

"A horrid night, miles away from where we want to be," said Dyche. "The hard yards, simple tackling, basic principles - all out the window and it was a massive reminder of where we are."

Everton actually had the first good chance but Beto blasted over from point-blank range after 10 minutes and it was downhill from then on.

Palmer got things moving after 13 minutes when he nutmegged Jarrad Branthwaite, played a one-two with Jackson and instantly clipped in a shot from the edge of the box.

Five minutes later more intricate passing – albeit alongside tentative Everton defending – set up the second as Jordan Pickford parried a Jackson shot straight to Palmer, who nodded the ball into the empty net.

Pickford also handed Palmer his third goal as the midfielder intercepted a poor clearance 30 metres out and, with his weaker right foot, chipped brilliantly over the retreating keeper after 29 minutes.

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<h2>Chelsea Squabble</h2>

Jackson made it 4-0 just before the break and Palmer’s fourth came from the penalty spot in the 64th minute but only after captain Conor Gallagher had to intervene to shove away Jackson and Noni Madueke as they squabbled for the ball after the latter was brought down in the box.

The calmly-taken penalty took Palmer alongside Manchester City's Erling Haaland at the top of the league scoring charts with 20 and his tally in all competitions to 23 as he became the first Chelsea player to reach 20 since Eden Hazard in 2018/19.

Pochettino was furious about the penalty taking incident that preceded it, though, apologising for the "bad image" it sent around the world. "I made it clear that I won't accept this again - I promise that," he said.

Young substitute Gilchrist smashed home the sixth goal in the final minute to leave the Chelsea fans dreaming of Europe, and while it might not be a return to the Champions League they won in 2021, it would still represent progress after they looked marooned in mid-table two months ago.

Everton, in contrast, remain in dire danger of a first relegation since 1951 and face a massive home showdown with fellow strugglers Nottingham Forest on Sunday having seen their goal difference, as well as their confidence, take a hammering.

"We underperformed - the most embarrassed I have felt as an individual," said centre back James Tarkowski.

"It shows where we are at today, we can only apologise to the fans who supported us. It is on the players. It is not on the manager and the staff. No excuses on our behalf. We need to brush ourselves down as we have a big few weeks coming up."

Chelsea midfielder Cole Palmer scored four goals, including a hat-trick in the first 30 minutes, as his side hammered Everton 6-0 on Monday to maintain their push for a European spot and leave the visitors still hovering above the relegation zone.

Chelsea midfielder Cole Palmer scored four goals, including a hat-trick in the first 30 minutes, as his side hammered Everton 6-0 on Monday to maintain their push for a European spot and leave the visitors still hovering above the relegation zone. The 21-year-old Palmer underlined his England credentials with a classic left foot, header, right foot treble and then added a second-half penalty as Chelsea ran riot. Nicolas Jackson and substitute Alfie Gilchrist were also on target as Chelsea remain ninth on 47 points but with games in hand on all the teams above them. "When we signed him (Palmer) he was a great talent," Chelsea boss Mauricio Pochettino said. "He is doing fantastic, he is doing really well and he has adapted himself. The impact on the team was amazing from day one." It was a sobering night for Sean Dyche's visitors, however, as the heavy defeat leaves Everton 16th on 27 points, two places and two points above the relegation zone. "A horrid night, miles away from where we want to be," said Dyche. "The hard yards, simple tackling, basic principles - all out the window and it was a massive reminder of where we are." Everton actually had the first good chance but Beto blasted over from point-blank range after 10 minutes and it was downhill from then on. Palmer got things moving after 13 minutes when he nutmegged Jarrad Branthwaite, played a one-two with Jackson and instantly clipped in a shot from the edge of the box. Five minutes later more intricate passing – albeit alongside tentative Everton defending – set up the second as Jordan Pickford parried a Jackson shot straight to Palmer, who nodded the ball into the empty net. Pickford also handed Palmer his third goal as the midfielder intercepted a poor clearance 30 metres out and, with his weaker right foot, chipped brilliantly over the retreating keeper after 29 minutes. ALSO READ | IPL 2024: SunRisers Hyderabad smash own record, pile up highest team total in IPL against RCB in Bengaluru Chelsea Squabble Jackson made it 4-0 just before the break and Palmer’s fourth came from the penalty spot in the 64th minute but only after captain Conor Gallagher had to intervene to shove away Jackson and Noni Madueke as they squabbled for the ball after the latter was brought down in the box. The calmly-taken penalty took Palmer alongside Manchester City's Erling Haaland at the top of the league scoring charts with 20 and his tally in all competitions to 23 as he became the first Chelsea player to reach 20 since Eden Hazard in 2018/19. Pochettino was furious about the penalty taking incident that preceded it, though, apologising for the "bad image" it sent around the world. "I made it clear that I won't accept this again - I promise that," he said. Young substitute Gilchrist smashed home the sixth goal in the final minute to leave the Chelsea fans dreaming of Europe, and while it might not be a return to the Champions League they won in 2021, it would still represent progress after they looked marooned in mid-table two months ago. Everton, in contrast, remain in dire danger of a first relegation since 1951 and face a massive home showdown with fellow strugglers Nottingham Forest on Sunday having seen their goal difference, as well as their confidence, take a hammering. "We underperformed - the most embarrassed I have felt as an individual," said centre back James Tarkowski. "It shows where we are at today, we can only apologise to the fans who supported us. It is on the players. It is not on the manager and the staff. No excuses on our behalf. We need to brush ourselves down as we have a big few weeks coming up."

Premier League: Perfect Cole Palmer hits four as Chelsea thrash woeful Everton 6-0

England have handed first call-ups to Chelsea's Cole Palmer, Manchester City's Rico Lewis and Aston Villa's Ezri Konsa for this month's European Championship qualifiers against Malta and North Macedonia, the Football Association (FA) said on Monday (Nov 13).

Palmer has scored four league goals since joining Chelsea from City on deadline day, including a stoppage-time equaliser in a 4-4 Premier League draw between the sides on Sunday.

Konsa, 26, has played a key role in Villa's rise to fifth in the league standings. The 18-year-old Lewis has made 10 appearances in all competitions for Premier League champions City.

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James Maddison, Lewis Dunk and Callum Wilson, who were named in the initial squad announced last week, have withdrawn due to injury.

Real Madrid's Jude Bellingham is also an injury doubt, but retains his place in the squad.

England face Malta in Group C at Wembley on Friday, before travelling to play North Macedonia next Monday. Gareth Southgate's side have qualified for the Euro 2024 finals. 
 
Squad: 
 
Goalkeepers: Sam Johnstone (Crystal Palace), Jordan Pickford (Everton), Aaron Ramsdale (Arsenal)

Defenders: Levi Colwill (Chelsea), Marc Guehi (Crystal Palace), Harry Maguire (Manchester United), Fikayo Tomori (AC Milan), Kieran Trippier (Newcastle United), Kyle Walker (Manchester City), Ezri Konsa (Aston Villa), Rico Lewis (Manchester City)

Midfielders: Trent Alexander-Arnold (Liverpool), Jude Bellingham (Real Madrid), Conor Gallagher (Chelsea), Jordan Henderson (Al-Ettifaq), Kalvin Phillips (Manchester City), Declan Rice (Arsenal), Cole Palmer (Chelsea)

Forwards:&nbsp;Jarrod Bowen (West Ham United), Phil Foden (Manchester City), Jack Grealish (Manchester City), Harry Kane (Bayern Munich), Marcus Rashford (Manchester United), Bukayo Saka (Arsenal), Ollie Watkins (Aston Villa)

England have handed first call-ups to Chelsea's Cole Palmer, Manchester City's Rico Lewis and Aston Villa's Ezri Konsa for this month's European Championship qualifiers against Malta and North Macedonia, the Football Association (FA) said on Monday (Nov 13).

England have handed first call-ups to Chelsea's Cole Palmer, Manchester City's Rico Lewis and Aston Villa's Ezri Konsa for this month's European Championship qualifiers against Malta and North Macedonia, the Football Association (FA) said on Monday (Nov 13). Palmer has scored four league goals since joining Chelsea from City on deadline day, including a stoppage-time equaliser in a 4-4 Premier League draw between the sides on Sunday. Konsa, 26, has played a key role in Villa's rise to fifth in the league standings. The 18-year-old Lewis has made 10 appearances in all competitions for Premier League champions City. Also read | PL: Haaland hits brace as Manchester City-Chelsea play pulsating 4-4 draw at Stamford Bridge James Maddison, Lewis Dunk and Callum Wilson, who were named in the initial squad announced last week, have withdrawn due to injury. Real Madrid's Jude Bellingham is also an injury doubt, but retains his place in the squad. England face Malta in Group C at Wembley on Friday, before travelling to play North Macedonia next Monday. Gareth Southgate's side have qualified for the Euro 2024 finals. Squad: Goalkeepers: Sam Johnstone (Crystal Palace), Jordan Pickford (Everton), Aaron Ramsdale (Arsenal) Defenders: Levi Colwill (Chelsea), Marc Guehi (Crystal Palace), Harry Maguire (Manchester United), Fikayo Tomori (AC Milan), Kieran Trippier (Newcastle United), Kyle Walker (Manchester City), Ezri Konsa (Aston Villa), Rico Lewis (Manchester City) Midfielders: Trent Alexander-Arnold (Liverpool), Jude Bellingham (Real Madrid), Conor Gallagher (Chelsea), Jordan Henderson (Al-Ettifaq), Kalvin Phillips (Manchester City), Declan Rice (Arsenal), Cole Palmer (Chelsea) Forwards: Jarrod Bowen (West Ham United), Phil Foden (Manchester City), Jack Grealish (Manchester City), Harry Kane (Bayern Munich), Marcus Rashford (Manchester United), Bukayo Saka (Arsenal), Ollie Watkins (Aston Villa)

Football: Southgate gives England call-up to Cole Palmer, Rico Lewis and Ezri Konsa for 2024 Euro qualifiers

With less than 48 hours to go before the end of the European football transfer window, big clubs are ready to push for one final time as they try to sign their potential targets. Manchester City are in the market for a defensive midfielder as they try to get Matheus Nunes transferred over the line for the deadline. Cole Palmer is edging closer to a move to Premier League rivals Chelsea while Tottenham’s Pierre-Emile Højbjerg also appears to be on the selling list of the North London club.

<h2>Which deals can happen on deadline day?</h2>

The transfer window will close in the early hours of Saturday, September 2 morning (Indian Standard Time), with Pep Guardiola’s City pushing for Nunes. The Wolves midfielder has reportedly agreed to a $60 million move and has gone on a strike at his club to push through a move.&nbsp;In outgoings, Chelsea appear to have agreed to a deal for Cole Palmer after City rejected a loan move. In Chelsea's outgoing, former Brighton man Marc Cucurella could end up as a Manchester United player if a deal is reached with Chelsea.

Another player that could be on the move is Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Højbjerg as the Dane has attracted interest from Manchester United. The Danish midfielder is a key member of the Spurs squad but has dropped down the pecking order behind Pape Matar Sarr, Oliver Skipp, and Yves Bissouma. A loan move could be beneficial for the experienced player while the club looks to move on.

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In a big blow for Spurs, Barcelona No.10 Ansu Fati appears closer to a move to Brighton despite strong interest from Ange Postecoglou’s men. Spurs were in the pole position until Brighton struck the loan deal that will see the player return to Barcelona in 2024.

Aston Villa on the flip side are stretching their muscle to sign former Tottenham loan player Clement Lenglet. Villa need instant replacement as Tyrone Mings suffered a long-term injury. Lenglet will link up with former Villareal star Pau Torres in the defence.

Other deals likely to go over the line before the deadline day include Niclas Fullkrug to Borussia Dortmund, Joao Palhinha to Bayern Munich, and Conor Gallagher to Spurs.

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With less than 48 hours to go before the end of the European football transfer window, big clubs are ready to push for one final time as they try to sign their potential targets.

With less than 48 hours to go before the end of the European football transfer window, big clubs are ready to push for one final time as they try to sign their potential targets. Manchester City are in the market for a defensive midfielder as they try to get Matheus Nunes transferred over the line for the deadline. Cole Palmer is edging closer to a move to Premier League rivals Chelsea while Tottenham’s Pierre-Emile Højbjerg also appears to be on the selling list of the North London club. Which deals can happen on deadline day? The transfer window will close in the early hours of Saturday, September 2 morning (Indian Standard Time), with Pep Guardiola’s City pushing for Nunes. The Wolves midfielder has reportedly agreed to a $60 million move and has gone on a strike at his club to push through a move. In outgoings, Chelsea appear to have agreed to a deal for Cole Palmer after City rejected a loan move. In Chelsea's outgoing, former Brighton man Marc Cucurella could end up as a Manchester United player if a deal is reached with Chelsea. Another player that could be on the move is Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Højbjerg as the Dane has attracted interest from Manchester United. The Danish midfielder is a key member of the Spurs squad but has dropped down the pecking order behind Pape Matar Sarr, Oliver Skipp, and Yves Bissouma. A loan move could be beneficial for the experienced player while the club looks to move on. ALSO READ | India coach Rahul Dravid answers all 'experimenting' questions, says didn't do for sake of it In a big blow for Spurs, Barcelona No.10 Ansu Fati appears closer to a move to Brighton despite strong interest from Ange Postecoglou’s men. Spurs were in the pole position until Brighton struck the loan deal that will see the player return to Barcelona in 2024. Aston Villa on the flip side are stretching their muscle to sign former Tottenham loan player Clement Lenglet. Villa need instant replacement as Tyrone Mings suffered a long-term injury. Lenglet will link up with former Villareal star Pau Torres in the defence. Other deals likely to go over the line before the deadline day include Niclas Fullkrug to Borussia Dortmund, Joao Palhinha to Bayern Munich, and Conor Gallagher to Spurs. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Manchester City’s latest home-grown starlet Cole Palmer announced his arrival on the European stage on Tuesday with a maturely taken goal that had manager Pep Guardiola purring over his ability.

The 19-year-old midfielder came on for the last 25 minutes and scored the fourth in a 5-1 victory as the English champions ran riot in Belgium against Club Brugge to put their Champions League campaign back on track.

Palmer, who joined City at under-8 level, has made two substitute appearances in the Premier League this season and scored in the League Cup against Wycombe Wanderers last month, but his left-footed finish in Bruges hinted at much more to come.

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"Cole has a special quality in front of the box, a talent that is difficult to find,” said Guardiola after Tuesday’s one-sided triumph. 
"When he has the ball there, most of the time it ends up in the net. It’s difficult to find that.”

But the Manchester City manager made it clear Palmer would be brought along slowly.

"I know how it works with young players. We have to be calm and patient.

"His place is the second team but at the same time he trains with us and works with our principles,” added the manager.

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Palmer became only the third teenager to score for City in the Champions League after Phil Foden and Kelechi Iheanacho and, at the age of 19 and 166 days, he is the 10th youngest Englishman to score in the competition.

"I`m happy with the goal. He could have done a few actions a little bit better, but that is normal. It is experience," added Guardiola.

Manchester City’s latest home-grown starlet Cole Palmer announced his arrival on the European stage on Tuesday with a maturely taken goal that had manager Pep Guardiola purring over his ability.

Manchester City’s latest home-grown starlet Cole Palmer announced his arrival on the European stage on Tuesday with a maturely taken goal that had manager Pep Guardiola purring over his ability. The 19-year-old midfielder came on for the last 25 minutes and scored the fourth in a 5-1 victory as the English champions ran riot in Belgium against Club Brugge to put their Champions League campaign back on track. Palmer, who joined City at under-8 level, has made two substitute appearances in the Premier League this season and scored in the League Cup against Wycombe Wanderers last month, but his left-footed finish in Bruges hinted at much more to come. ALSO READ | Premier League approves as Saudi-led consortium completes £305 million deal to gain control of Newcastle "Cole has a special quality in front of the box, a talent that is difficult to find,” said Guardiola after Tuesday’s one-sided triumph. "When he has the ball there, most of the time it ends up in the net. It’s difficult to find that.” But the Manchester City manager made it clear Palmer would be brought along slowly. "I know how it works with young players. We have to be calm and patient. "His place is the second team but at the same time he trains with us and works with our principles,” added the manager. ALSO READ: 'Education sessions' likely to be held for fans who welcomed Saudi owners with imitation headdresses Palmer became only the third teenager to score for City in the Champions League after Phil Foden and Kelechi Iheanacho and, at the age of 19 and 166 days, he is the 10th youngest Englishman to score in the competition. "I`m happy with the goal. He could have done a few actions a little bit better, but that is normal. It is experience," added Guardiola.

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