Cole Palmer scored 4 goals as Chelsea put 6 past Everton at Stamford Bridge and in the process Cole Palmer, becomes joint top scorer of the Premier League with Erling Haaland both scoring 20 goals so far.
Chelsea forward Cole Palmer put on a masterclass performance, scoring four goals, including a first-half hat-trick, as Chelsea dominated Everton in a Premier League clash at Stamford Bridge.
Palmer’s spectacular display began in the 13th minute when he skillfully nutmegged Everton’s Jarrad Branthwaite and then unleashed a curling shot into the bottom corner, assisted by Nicolas Jackson. He swiftly doubled Chelsea’s lead by heading in a rebound after Jordan Pickford saved Jackson’s shot.
The 21-year-old completed his hat-trick in style, intercepting Pickford’s pass and scoring with a lob from 40 yards out. Jackson added to Everton’s misery just before halftime with a well-taken volley from Marc Cucurella’s pass.
Palmer continued his onslaught in the second half, converting a penalty in the 63rd minute. Substitute Alfie Gilchrist sealed Chelsea’s emphatic victory with a goal in the 90th minute.
Chelsea extended their unbeaten Premier League run to eight matches and are closing in on the European spots, sitting three points behind seventh-placed Manchester United with a game in hand.
Meanwhile, Everton struggled defensively, conceding goals early in the match and failing to capitalize on scoring opportunities. The loss compounds their challenges, especially after receiving a two-point deduction for a financial breach.
Despite Everton’s difficulties, Palmer’s standout performance showcased his scoring prowess, tallying 20 Premier League goals this season and leveling with Erling Haaland in the golden boot race. His remarkable hat-trick included goals with his left foot, head, and right foot, making it the fastest ‘perfect’ hat-trick in Gracenote’s recorded data.
Chelsea’s next challenge will see them face Manchester City in the FA Cup semi-final, with Palmer eager to continue his goal-scoring form against his former club. On the other hand, Everton faces a tough road ahead, with critical matches against Liverpool and Arsenal looming.
