Palmer was not 100% ready but he wanted to play this game against Manchester United, “It’s a problem for a long time for him, his groin” He will be out for …… Chelsea Manager Enzo Maresca gives update on why Cole Palmer was Subbed off Yesterday
Chelsea’s match against Manchester United at Old Trafford was marked by a disastrous first half that ultimately led to a 2-1 defeat. The team’s game plan was thrown into chaos just four minutes into the match when goalkeeper Robert Sanchez was sent off for a foul on Bryan Mbeumo. Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca was forced to make an early substitution, bringing on replacement goalkeeper Filip Jorgensen and reshaping his team.
Despite the setback, Chelsea struggled to cope with the loss of their goalkeeper, and Manchester United capitalized on the opportunity. Bruno Fernandes scored the opening goal, and Casemiro doubled the lead before being sent off himself just before halftime. The chaotic first half was historic, featuring two red cards, two goals, and three substitutions – a first in Premier League history.
Cole Palmer, who had been struggling with a groin injury, was forced off in the 21st minute, adding to Chelsea’s woes. Maresca revealed that Palmer had been eager to play despite the injury but had to be substituted as his condition worsened. The team’s performance in the first half was lackluster, with Chalobah describing the start as the “worst 15 minutes” Chelsea has played this season.
In the second half, Chelsea managed to pull a goal back through Chalobah, but it was too little, too late. Maresca acknowledged that the red card had thrown his team’s plans into disarray and expressed a preference for going a goal down rather than losing their goalkeeper. The loss leaves Chelsea sixth in the table, and the club will hope to avoid a prolonged absence for Palmer, who has been limited to just three starts in the season.
