The Digest:
Chelsea returned to winning ways with a 2-0 Premier League victory over Everton, powered by a goal from the returning Cole Palmer. According to match reports, the win lifted the Blues back into the Champions League qualification places.
Key Points:
- Cole Palmer scored his first goal since returning from a two-month injury layoff
- The 21st-minute strike broke the deadlock in a crucial 2-0 win for Chelsea
- Malo Gusto doubled the lead just before halftime against the run of play
- The victory ended a run of four games without a win in all competitions
- The result lifted Chelsea back into the Premier League's top four
- Everton dominated possession but failed to convert their chances into goals
- The win provided vital relief for manager Enzo Maresca amid recent pressure
In a season where momentum is fragile, a single goal from a returning star can calm a brewing storm. Palmer's finish did more than secure three points; it restored a measure of belief at Stamford Bridge, proving that even in a patchy performance, decisive moments can redefine a narrative.
Sources: BBC Sports, Sky Sports
