Chelsea’s Goal Drought: Palmer’s Struggle to Contribute

Chelsea Star Cole Palmer Reflects on Goal Drought and Team Expectations

After a tough three-month duration without discovering the back of the web in the Premier League, Cole Palmer has actually revealed sensations of dissatisfaction about not fulfilling the high expectations set for him at Chelsea. However, he turned things around by scoring throughout a turning point in Chelsea’s excellent 3-1 success versus Liverpool at Stamford Bridge. His definitive stoppage-time charge not just protected the 3 points however likewise highlighted an impressive efficiency that made him the man-of-the-match distinction.

Cole Palmer scored his very first objective considering that January 14, and his colleagues were simply as hyped as he was pic.twitter.com/9025xBIinU

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Displaying an efficiency similar to his finest days, Palmer opened about the difficulties he dealt with throughout his objective dry spell. The 22-year-old midfielder has actually regularly set high requirements for himself at Chelsea, and he openly confessed that the lack of objectives made him seem like he was pulling down his colleagues. He mentioned, “I just felt normal. Obviously, it happens, I went three months without scoring but it just gives me more fight and motivation to do more for myself and for the team,” he showed Sky Sports.

“Social media nowadays is full of idiots, the trolls and whatever. I don’t pay any attention to that. I’ve scored today and I’m happy but it’s only one and I’ve got to keep improving and try and reach new levels. Getting chances and not scoring, it feels like you’re letting your team down. I feel like I am mentally strong anyway. I feel pride in helping the team and if I’m not doing that, I’m not happy,” he included, highlighting his dedication to his efficiency and the success of his group.

“Today I felt confident, I was trying things, first-time passes, playing forward. When you have got him [Moises Caicedo] in front of you, it’s a dream. From the start of the season, he has been our best player, he wins the ball back all the time, he’s humble, nice to everyone and everyone loves him.” This declaration not just shows his self-confidence however likewise highlights the significance of team effort and sociability within the team, essential aspects for any effective group.

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