Cole Palmer - from 'street boy' to king of the world stage

Cole Palmer shined with a double against PSG.

No pressure, no exaggeration. But then, he left the entire PSG squad - the reigning European champions - looking at each other in bewilderment, not understanding what was happening. Because Palmer himself, with two classy goals and a delicate assist in less than 45 minutes, destroyed a team considered the most perfect in Europe at the moment.

A game that was a turning point. Not just for Chelsea, but for Palmer himself – who would no longer be seen as just a “young talent on the rise”, but as a genuine world- class star.

From billboards across New York, Palmer was seen alongside Ousmane Dembele at the Top of the Rock photoshoot. But few would have guessed that 24 hours later, Palmer would be on top of the world – with his magical feet and unbelievable coolness at 23.

His two goals – both from the left corner of the box, both clever low shots that fooled Donnarumma – looked like copy-pasted. But behind that “similarity” was a cunning, sharp sense of space and an ever-improving finishing ability.

In a final where PSG had 60% of the ball, Palmer was the one who turned the game over to Chelsea. In the 42nd minute, he held the ball in the middle of the field, watched for a moment, then cut a gap for Joao Pedro to run down and chip the ball over Donnarumma's head. 3-0. PSG collapsed.

Coach Enzo Maresca played a perfect game. Not defending, not naively pressing the whole line, Chelsea chose to play directly, ignoring the midfield which was PSG's strong point. Right from the first minute, goalkeeper Robert Sanchez kicked the ball long to the right wing - where Mendes was constantly attacked by Gusto and Palmer. Pragmatism mixed with bravery is what helped Chelsea dominate the match.

Cole is a world class star.

Under Maresca, Chelsea were no longer a naive young team. They were sharp, knowing when to accelerate and when to retreat. Caicedo - who had almost missed out due to injury - had a game of his life, completely overshadowing PSG's midfield. Joao Pedro made the most of his opportunities, Gusto worked tirelessly, and Reece James was brought into midfield to add defensive weight.

But all that effort revolved around one bright spot: Palmer. He was the initiator, the finisher, and the catalyst that kept things moving.

From a player considered "rejected" by Man City, Palmer is now Chelsea's true number 10 - both in position and influence. The name "Cole Palmer FC" was once used sarcastically, but after the glorious New York night, it became a title of leadership.

Palmer didn’t run much, didn’t show off. He moved wisely, shielded by his lean, sturdy body, handled with a graceful left foot and a cool head. No nonsense, no wasted movement. Every touch had a purpose, every pass was calculated.

And that is why Chelsea can now leave the USA with their heads held high with the World Cup, nearly £100m in prize money, and most importantly: the belief that they have a genuine superstar - someone who can carry the team into a new era.

Cole Palmer doesn't just shine. He shapes the game. And when a young player can turn a World Cup final into his own personal playground - then perhaps we're witnessing the birth of a future legend.

PSG suffered a crushing defeat to Chelsea in the Club World Cup final . Early morning on July 14, PSG lost 0-3 to Chelsea in the match to decide the Club World Cup title.

Source: https://znews.vn/cole-palmer-tu-cau-be-duong-pho-den-ong-hoang-san-khau-the-gioi-post1568400.html