Chelsea player ratings vs Manchester United: Cole Palmer hits high point of remarkable season

Cole Palmer saved Chelsea in a thrilling football match against Manchester United. He scored three goals, known as a hat-trick, including a crucial penalty and a deflected shot from a corner kick.

The game lasted for over 100 minutes, going into extra time. Manchester United seemed to be winning after Alejandro Garnacho scored two goals, along with Bruno Fernandes’s goal in the first half. This turned the game around after Chelsea initially led with goals from Conor Gallagher and Palmer.

Palmer’s last-minute heroics helped Chelsea snatch victory from the brink of defeat. This unexpected win revitalizes Chelsea’s chances in the European competition, turning around their fortunes when they seemed to be in a dire situation.

Nizaar Kinsella was present at Stamford Bridge to witness all the thrilling action firsthand.

Player Ratings

Djordje Petrovic (Goalkeeper) – 4

Petrovic struggled with his kicking but was largely blameless for the goals conceded.

Malo Gusto (Right-back) – 5

Gusto, despite initial doubts over his fitness, contributed to Chelsea’s attack with his pressing, although his defensive efforts were lacking.

Axel Disasi (Defender) – 4

Disasi made a critical error in the second half, though it went unpunished by the opposition.

Benoit Badiashile (Defender) – 3

Badiashile faltered defensively, unable to recover from mistakes and allowing Garnacho to exploit his weaknesses.

Marc Cucurella (Left-back) – 5

Cucurella earned a penalty with his attacking runs but struggled defensively, particularly against Garnacho.

Enzo Fernandez (Midfielder) – 5

Fernandez showed glimpses of quality but was overrun in midfield and lacked pace.

Moises Caicedo (Midfielder) – 4

Caicedo’s promising start was marred by a costly mistake that led to an opposition goal.

Cole Palmer (Forward) – 10

Palmer’s heroics with a hat-trick marked a standout performance, solidifying his impressive season.

Conor Gallagher (Midfielder) – 7

Gallagher responded to critics with a well-taken early goal, showcasing his finishing ability.

Mykhailo Mudryk (Winger) – 5

Mudryk posed a threat going forward but struggled with ball retention.

Nicolas Jackson (Forward) – 5

Jackson’s movement troubled United’s defense, though he lacked a cutting edge.

Substitutes

Carney Chukwuemeka – 5

Chukwuemeka made a quiet return from injury, offering little impact.

Raheem Sterling – 6

Sterling provided flashes of brilliance and questioned his exclusion from the starting lineup amidst fan backlash.

Alfie Gilchrist – 5

Gilchrist missed a chance to make an impact despite his recent contract extension.

Trevoh Chalobah – 6

Chalobah’s introduction seemed to stabilize Chelsea’s defense as United opted for a defensive approach.

Noni Madueke – 8

Madueke won a crucial late penalty, highlighting his impact off the bench.

Unused subs: Bettinelli, Thiago Silva, Casadei, Tauriainen