Cole Palmer Shatters Records with Four Goals in First Half
In a stunning display of skill and determination, Chelsea's 22-year-old midfielder Cole Palmer made history during the English Premier League match against Brighton at Stamford Bridge. Scoring four remarkable goals within just 20 minutes, Palmer became the first player in Premier League history to achieve this feat in a single half. His extraordinary performance not only secured a 4-2 victory for Chelsea but also brought the team within striking distance of the league leaders.
The match began with Brighton taking an early lead through Dutch striker Georginio Rutter. However, Chelsea, captained by Enzo Fernández, quickly turned the game around thanks to Palmer's brilliance. After hitting the post and having a goal disallowed, Palmer equalized in the 21st minute, converted a penalty in the 28th minute, and extended Chelsea's lead just three minutes later. He capped off his first-half heroics with a fourth goal just before halftime, leaving Brighton reeling.
Palmer's performance not only highlighted his individual talent but also underscored Chelsea's resurgence in the league, as they now sit just one point behind Manchester City and Arsenal. The Blues have accumulated 13 points from their first six matches, showcasing an impressive start to the season. Meanwhile, Brighton's struggle continues as they look to regroup after this setback.
- ## Arsenal Edge Past Leicester in Thrilling Encounter In another exciting match, Arsenal managed to secure a 4-2 victory against Leicester City at the Emirates Stadium. Despite going into halftime with a **2-0 lead**, the Gunners faced a fierce challenge from the Foxes, who equalized with two goals from defender James Justin. However, Leandro Trossard and Kai Havertz ensured that Arsenal walked away with all three points, keeping them in the title race. As they prepare for a challenging Champions League clash against Paris Saint-Germain, Mikel Arteta's side will need to address their defensive vulnerabilities that emerged in the second half against Leicester. With their European campaign starting with a goalless draw against Atalanta, the pressure is on Arsenal to perform on the continental stage. ## Premier League Roundup In other Premier League action, Everton secured their first victory of the season with a **2-1 win** over Crystal Palace, while Fulham edged past Nottingham Forest with a penalty goal from Raúl Jiménez. The match between Brentford and West Ham ended in a **1-1 draw**, highlighting the competitive nature of this season's league.
