Cole Palmer’s straightforward response to upset Chelsea players after penalty drama shared by squad. Football news on Express.co.uk.
Noni Madueke and Nicolas Jackson were both adamant about taking a penalty kick, with Conor Gallagher stepping in to defuse the situation during Chelsea’s 6-0 victory over Everton. The match took a turn when referee Paul Tierney awarded a penalty to Chelsea while they were leading 4-0. The dispute over who would take the penalty caused embarrassment among Chelsea fans, though the penalty was eventually taken by Palmer and successfully converted.
Palmer later downplayed the incident, emphasizing the team’s desire to take responsibility. There were statements from Alfie Gilchrist and Mauricio Pochettino, expressing disappointment over the players’ behavior during the penalty incident. Pochettino particularly emphasized the need for the team to learn and be professional in such situations.
