Cole Palmer Addresses Goal Drought, Vows to Bounce Back After Chelsea’s Southampton Win

Chelsea star Cole Palmer has acknowledged his recent dip in form but assured fans he will return to his best after failing to score or assist in his last seven games.

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Daily Mail
Written by
Steve Worrell
27 Feb
18:47
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Cole Palmer has opened up about his struggles following Chelsea’s 4-0 win over Southampton, as his goal drought extended to seven matches. Despite taking more shots than any other player in the match, Palmer was unable to get on the scoresheet and appeared visibly dejected at full-time.

Taking to Instagram, the 22-year-old reassured fans that he will "be back" while Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca also offered his support. Maresca stressed that tough periods are normal for all top players and encouraged Palmer to keep working hard. The victory lifted Chelsea back into the top four, but with the table tightly contested, the coming months will be crucial in their push for European football.

Key Points

  • Palmer has failed to score or assist in his last seven games but remains one of Chelsea’s standout performers.
  • Despite having seven shots against Southampton, he couldn’t break his scoring drought.
  • He posted on Instagram after the match, promising fans he would return to form.
  • Enzo Maresca reassured Palmer post-match, reminding him that all top players go through difficult spells.
  • Chelsea’s 4-0 win was vital in their push for European qualification, with the club back in the top four but facing stiff competition.

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Steve, Co-founder of The 1905 Club, created the platform to provide honest, clickbait-free Chelsea FC content. He worked at Stamford Bridge from 2013 to 2016 with a Champions League sponsor. His first Chelsea match was a 1-0 win at Leeds in 2000, and his favourite was the epic 2012 Champions League game against Napoli.
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