Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Cole Palmer

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: April 25, 2026

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Cole Palmer made an impact.

Cole Palmer is an English professional footballer who currently plays for Chelsea and the England national team. Primarily an attacking midfielder or winger, Palmer is known for his dribbling and passing skills, establishing him as a prominent attacking midfielder. His career is still in its early stages but has already garnered attention for his performances in the Premier League.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

2010: Joined Manchester City Academy

In 2010, despite being a Manchester United fan, Cole Palmer joined Manchester City at the under-eight level.

2019: Captained Under-18s

By 2019, Cole Palmer progressed through the Academy age groups and captained the under-18s during the 2019–20 season.

2019: UEFA European Under-17 Championship

In 2019, Cole Palmer represented the England national under-17 team at the UEFA European Under-17 Championship.

September 2020: First-Team Debut

On 30 September 2020, Cole Palmer made his first-team debut for Manchester City in a 3–0 away win over Burnley in the fourth round of the EFL Cup.

2020: First Team Debut for Manchester City

In 2020, Cole Palmer, an academy graduate of Manchester City, made his senior debut for the club.

August 2021: First Call-up for England Under-21s

In August 2021, Cole Palmer received his first call-up for the England under-21s.

September 2021: First Goal for Manchester City

On 21 September 2021, Cole Palmer scored his first goal in a 6–1 home win over League One team Wycombe Wanderers in the third round of the EFL Cup.

January 2022: FA Cup Debut Goal

On 7 January 2022, Cole Palmer scored on his FA Cup debut in a 4–1 away win over League Two team Swindon Town.

2022: Increased Involvement with Manchester City

During the 2022–23 season, Cole Palmer had increased involvement with Manchester City, contributing to their title-winning campaign.

March 2023: FA Cup Goal Against Burnley

On 18 March 2023, Cole Palmer scored the team's fifth goal in a dominant performance against Burnley during the FA Cup quarter-finals.

August 2023: FA Community Shield Goal and UEFA Super Cup Win

On 6 August 2023, Cole Palmer scored the first goal in the 2023 FA Community Shield against Arsenal. Ten days later, he scored the equaliser in the 2023 UEFA Super Cup against Sevilla, which Manchester City won 5–4 in a penalty shoot-out.

November 2023: First Senior Call-up

In November 2023, Cole Palmer received his first call-up to the senior England national team ahead of their UEFA Euro 2024 qualifying matches against Malta and North Macedonia.

2023: UEFA European Under-21 Championship and Senior Debut

In 2023, Cole Palmer represented England and won the UEFA European Under-21 Championship before making his senior debut for the England national team in the same year.

2023: UEFA European Under-21 Championship Win

In 2023, Cole Palmer was included in the England squad for the UEFA European Under-21 Championship, starting in the final as the Young Lions went on to win the tournament.

2023: Continental Treble and Chelsea Signing

In 2023, Cole Palmer was part of Manchester City's squad that won the Premier League, FA Cup, and UEFA Champions League, achieving a continental treble. Later that year, he signed for Chelsea for £40 million.

2023: Scored Twice Against Luton Town

In Chelsea's final match of 2023, away to Luton Town, Cole Palmer scored twice for the first time professionally, while also assisting Noni Madueke's goal, as Chelsea won 3–2.

January 2024: Scored Brace in EFL Cup Semi-Finals

On 23 January 2024, Cole Palmer scored another brace, this time in the EFL Cup semi-finals, as Chelsea defeated Middlesbrough 6–1 (6–2 on aggregate) to advance to the final at Wembley Stadium.

April 2024: First Career Hat-Trick Against Manchester United

On 4 April 2024, Cole Palmer scored his first career hat-trick, including two goals scored deep into added time, to complete Chelsea's comeback in a 4–3 home victory against Manchester United. Palmer also became the 200th player in Premier League history to score a hat-trick, and later won the Premier League Game Changer of the Season award.

May 2024: Selected for UEFA Euro 2024 Preliminary Squad

In May 2024, Cole Palmer was selected in the 33-man preliminary squad for the UEFA Euro 2024.

2024: UEFA Euro 2024

In 2024, Cole Palmer represented England at UEFA Euro 2024, scoring the equalising goal in the final.

2024: UEFA Euro 2024 Qualifying Matches

In November 2023, Cole Palmer received his first call-up to the senior England national team ahead of their UEFA Euro 2024 qualifying matches against Malta and North Macedonia.

2025: UEFA Conference League and FIFA Club World Cup Wins

In 2025, Cole Palmer helped Chelsea win the UEFA Conference League and the FIFA Club World Cup, being named man of the match in both finals and receiving the Golden Ball in the latter.

February 2026: Fourth Premier League Hat-Trick

On 7 February 2026, Cole Palmer scored his fourth Premier League hat-trick against Wolverhampton Wanderers, with all three goals coming in the first half. His second goal, a penalty, also marked his 50th for Chelsea in all competitions.