By In a scintillating display of skill and finesse, Cole Palmer stole the show at Stamford Bridge as Chelsea cruised to a commanding 6-0 victory over Everton on Monday Night Football. The 21-year-old sensation showcased his talent with a flawless first-half hat-trick, followed by a composed penalty in the second half, leaving Everton’s defense in shambles and their European hopes in jeopardy.
Palmer’s opening goal set the tone for Chelsea’s dominance, as he effortlessly weaved past defenders to slot home a silky finish. His poacher’s instinct came to the fore for his second, capitalizing on a gift from Everton goalkeeper Jordan Pickford with a clinical lob. And with a weaker right foot, Palmer completed his hat-trick in style, cementing his status as a rising star in English football.
But it wasn’t just Palmer who shone for Chelsea on the night. Noni Madueke and Nicolas Jackson added to Everton’s misery, with Jackson’s well-taken goal capping off a dominant first half for the Blues. Even young talent Alfie Gilchrist got in on the action, scoring his first goal for the club in stoppage time.
While Chelsea’s victory puts them within touching distance of the European qualifying spots, Everton’s woes continue as they hover dangerously close to the relegation zone. Beto’s missed opportunity early on set the tone for a frustrating night for the Toffees, who now face a nervy finish to the season.
With eyes now turning to an FA Cup semi-final clash with Manchester City, Mauricio Pochettino’s side will be riding high on confidence after their emphatic victory. As for Everton, they must regroup quickly if they are to avoid a relegation battle in the remaining fixtures of the campaign.
