Sat Sep 28 18:59:30 UTC 2024: ## Cole Palmer’s Historic Four-Goal Blitz Powers Chelsea to Victory
**LONDON, ENGLAND** – Cole Palmer etched his name into Premier League history on Saturday, becoming the first player ever to score four goals in the first half of a match during Chelsea’s stunning 4-2 victory over Brighton.
The 22-year-old forward orchestrated a devastating 20-minute spell, netting four goals between the 21st and 41st minutes. This came after Brighton’s Georginio Rutter had opened the scoring.
“He could have scored two or three more,” raved Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca, describing Palmer as the best player in the league. “It’s important he stays hungry, ambitious… He’s a top player.”
Maresca praised Palmer’s humility and consistency, emphasizing his ability to remain grounded despite his impressive performance. “He’s a special player,” Maresca said, “a simple and humble guy. He doesn’t need to tell people how good he is because you can see it clearly.”
Palmer’s incredible display marked his second four-goal haul in a Chelsea shirt, having achieved the feat against Everton last season. He also became the fourth player to score three Premier League hat-tricks for the Blues, joining the likes of Didier Drogba, Frank Lampard, and Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink.
Despite Palmer’s remarkable first-half performance, Chelsea saw out the match with a less dramatic second half to secure their fourth league win of the season. Palmer’s impressive performance came in just his 39th Premier League appearance for Chelsea since his transfer from Manchester City in 2023.
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