Chelsea Defeats Brighton 4-2 with Palmer Hat Trick

Chelsea secured a 4-2 victory against Brighton & Hove Albion, with Cole Palmer making history as the first player to score four goals in the first half of a Premier League match. Head coach Enzo Maresca praised Palmer's performance, noting his humility and potential, as the young striker could have netted even more goals. Despite the win, Maresca acknowledged defensive lapses that led to conceding two goals, but he emphasized the importance of maintaining momentum after consecutive victories. Palmer's four goals included a penalty and a stunning free-kick, contributing to his impressive tally of six goals in six matches this season. Maresca's tactical adjustments at halftime helped Chelsea to close down Brighton's attacking opportunities in the second half. With this win, Chelsea climbed back into the top four, marking their best league position in nearly two years.