Joe Cole has compared Chelsea star Cole Palmer’s performance in the UEFA Conference League final against Real Betis to Lionel Messi. The former Chelsea forward called Palmer an “absolute genius.”
Cole Palmer provided two brilliant assists as Chelsea came back from 1-0 down at half-time to win 4-1 in Wroclaw against Real Betis on Wednesday. He set up Enzo Fernandez for the equalizer in the 65th minute with a beautiful floated cross before laying the ball on a platter for Nicolas Jackson to score the Blues’ go-ahead goal five minutes later.
Speaking on TNT Sports, Cole stated that even at the highest level, Palmer plays like he’s playing for fun. He said (via the Premier League website):
Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca also heaped praise on Palmer and stated that the squad needs him. He added that the former Manchester City starlet was always in the right position on the pitch and said:
The Blues became the first club ever to win five different UEFA trophies after securing the Conference League title and have completed the set.
Cole Palmer spoke to TNT Sports after the win over Real Betis and stated that he was tired of playing the ball backwards and sideways on the pitch. He stated that he wanted to make things happen in the final third and said (via One Football):
Chelsea travel to the United States next month for the FIFA Club World Cup.
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