Chelsea FC dominated Everton on Monday, recording a 6-0 win against a struggling side, but not without an embarrassing showing.
An unprofessional display of selfishness during the match soured Chelsea’s momentum against the Toffees. The Blues were awarded a penalty in the 61st minute when they were leading 4-0. Cole Palmer, who had already scored three goals in the game, was preparing to take a penalty. However, teammates Noni Madueke and Nicholas Jackson stepped in with an apparent desire to take the kick themselves.
🚨 Pochettino: “Palmer is a penalty taker. It won’t happen again, he can’t act like a child again.”
“That’s unfortunate. I told the players that this is the last time we will accept this kind of behavior. This is not a joke.”
“Again, it’s very clear: Cole Palmer is the penalty taker.” pic.twitter.com/cH93tCS5rY
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) April 15, 2024
Despite a scuffle between teammates, Palmer slotted the ball into the back of the net and Chelsea won 6-0. Although it was a resounding victory for the Blues, the disappointing display of camaraderie is evidence of the team’s poor form this season.
Chelsea spent $565 million on player acquisitions in the 2023 summer transfer window, a world record. according to goal.com. However, the team has not been able to utilize the money spent.
Chelsea are currently in 9th place in the Premier League with 7 games remaining. (Related: Video shows Saudi soccer fan whipping star striker… how on earth did he get the weapon into the stadium?)
Alfie Gilchrist scores his first goal for Chelsea, putting the final nail in the coffin for Everton.
In the present circumstances, Manchester City in first place, Liverpool and Arsenal are tied for second place. Chelsea look set to have a turbulent end to this season, but they look set for a blockbuster finale in the top flight.
