Cole Palmer was the standout player in Chelsea's thrilling 4-3 victory over Tottenham in the Premier League, leading his team to a remarkable comeback after they were trailing 2-0 due to early defensive errors by Marc Cucurella.
Palmer, who scored twice and provided an assist, was undoubtedly the man of the match, with one of his goals coming from a cheeky Panenka penalty against Tottenham goalkeeper Fraser Forster.
Chelsea's Cole Palmer Explains His Panenka Penalty with Cool Confidence
After the game, Palmer explained his decision to chip the ball for the penalty, saying: "‘When I’ve stepped back looked at the clock and thought the game’s a bit frantic. The keeper was ready to dive so I chipped it,’ Palmer told Sky Sports, as reported by the Daily Mail.
‘I’m just trying to score and thankfully it went in,’ he added.
This crucial win highlights Chelsea's significant improvement under the leadership of manager Enzo Maresca, who has transformed the team since taking over in the summer. Chelsea now sits second in the Premier League, just four points behind leaders Liverpool, who have a game in hand. Meanwhile, Arsenal's 1-1 draw with Fulham has allowed Chelsea to extend their lead over Mikel Arteta's side by two points.
Palmer's impressive performance this season continues to shine, with 11 goals and 6 assists in 15 Premier League matches, maintaining his excellent form from last season.
