CRAZIEST HALF OF FOOTBALL THIS SEASON: Chelsea and Brighton Share Six Goals in Wild Affair
It’s been a season of surprises, but Chelsea and Brighton’s clash at Stamford Bridge took the cake. The Blues’ Cole Palmer stole the show with a stunning free-kick and a hat-trick, as the two teams combined for an astonishing six goals in the first half alone.
Palmer’s incredible display was just the beginning. Brighton took the lead through Georginio Rutter in the seventh minute, but Chelsea hit back with a Palmer equaliser just 21 minutes later. The Blues then won a penalty, which Palmer converted for his second goal of the game.
But the real showstopper came when Palmer curled in a 25-yard free-kick, leaving Brighton goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen with no chance. The ball flew into the top right corner, and the stadium erupted in cheers.
Palmer wasn’t done yet, though. He scored his fourth goal of the game just before halftime, leaving Brighton reeling. The 22-year-old’s incredible form continued, as he carried on from his impressive 2023/24 campaign, which saw him score 22 goals and set up 11 more in the Premier League.
In just five-and-a-half games this season, Palmer has already racked up six goals and four assists. His incredible pace, skill, and finishing ability have made him a nightmare for defenders to deal with.
As the game came to a close, Chelsea and Brighton fans alike were left stunned by the sheer entertainment on display. It’s been a season of ups and downs for both teams, but this match will go down as one of the most thrilling encounters of the year.
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