Cole Palmer's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Cole Palmer. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Cole Palmer is a highly regarded English professional footballer currently playing as an attacking midfielder or winger for Chelsea in the Premier League and for the England national team. He is known for his dribbling skills, playmaking abilities, and composure on the field, cementing his status as a prominent figure in the world of football.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

2000: Comparisons to Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink

In April, Palmer's performance was compared to Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink's debut season in 2000-01 after scoring multiple goals.

2001: Exceeding Hasselbaink's Record

Throughout 2024, Palmer broke the record for the Chelsea player with the most goal contributions in a calendar year in the Premier League, exceeding Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink's 36 goals and assists in 2001.

2004: Overtaking Arjen Robben's Goal Contributions

On March 2, Palmer surpassed Arjen Robben's record for most goal contributions by a Chelsea player aged 21 or younger in a season, exceeding Robben's 16 contributions from the 2004–05 season.

2014: Comparisons to Diego Costa

In April, Palmer's performance was compared to Diego Costa's debut season in 2014-15 after scoring multiple goals.

2022: Increased Involvement with Manchester City

During the 2022–23 season, Palmer saw increased involvement with Manchester City, contributing to their Premier League title win.

2023: UEFA European Under-21 Championship Win and Senior Debut

In 2023, Palmer represented England and won the UEFA European Under-21 Championship and also made his senior debut for the England national team.

2023: UEFA European Under-21 Championship Qualification and Win

In 2023, Palmer scored on his debut for the England U21s and was part of the squad that won the 2023 UEFA European Under-21 Championship.

2023: Chelsea Performance and Award Nomination

In December 2023, Palmer had outstanding performances, including scoring twice against Luton Town, leading to a nomination for Premier League Player of the Month and Premier League Goal of the Month. Palmer also assisted Noni Madueke's goal in the game against Luton Town.

2023: Premier League Goal Involvements

Palmer had the most goal involvements (33: 22 goals, 11 assists) of any other player in the 2023–24 Premier League season.

April 2024: Premier League Player of the Month and Goal of the Month Award

In April 2024, Palmer was named Chelsea Players' Player of the Season and Chelsea Player of the Season. He also won the Premier League Player of the Month award and the Premier League Goal of the Month award for his first goal against Everton.

August 2024: PFA Young Player of the Year Award and Goal of the Month Award

In August 2024, Palmer was awarded the PFA Young Player of the Year award and won the Premier League Goal of the Month award for August 2024.

2024: Premier League Goal Record

Throughout 2024, Palmer set a record for the Chelsea player with the most goal contributions in a calendar year in the Premier League. He also broke the record for most penalties scored without a miss in the Premier League.