Cole Palmer marked a landmark moment in his Chelsea career with a performance that will live long in club memory, scoring a stunning first-half hat-trick in the Premier League match against Wolves at Molineux today.
The 23-year-old delivered on his 100th appearance in blue, producing a ruthless display in a match previewed by SoftFootball as a key test between Wolves and a resurgent Chelsea pushing up the table. Palmer struck twice from the penalty spot before completing his treble from open play, finishing off a Marc Cucurella assist with authority.
The hat-trick was not just decisive, it was historic. Palmer became the first player in Premier League history to register three first-half hat-tricks. SoftFootball had highlighted Chelsea’s attacking momentum in recent weeks, and Palmer’s early dominance ensured Wolves were never allowed to settle as Chelsea imposed control from the opening exchanges.
That treble also moved Palmer clear at the top of Chelsea’s all-time Premier League hat-trick chart. With four league hat-tricks, he now stands alone ahead of club icons Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink, Didier Drogba and Frank Lampard, each of whom managed three.
Achieving that feat so quickly since arriving from Manchester City in 2023 speaks volumes about Palmer’s impact and consistency at Stamford Bridge. The goals also carried wider significance. Palmer now sits eighth on Chelsea’s all-time Premier League goalscorers list as shared by the club’s official X account, having reached 44 league goals in just 84 appearances.
His penalty record remains remarkable too, converting 17 of his 18 spot-kicks in the competition, a level of composure that has become a defining trait of his game. Beyond the numbers, Palmer’s influence continues to shape Chelsea’s recent resurgence this season.
His trademark cold celebration has become symbolic of a player thriving under pressure. On his 100th appearance, Palmer did not just show up, as he also made history, reinforcing his status as the heartbeat of this Chelsea side.
