Cole Palmer, Chelsea midfielder, believes that he and striker Nicolas Jackson are developing a very complementary partnership. The two players were a big part of the three-goal victory by Chelsea at Aston Villa last Sunday. They contributed one goal apiece to the impressive showing considering the strong understanding developing between them on the pitch.
Chelsea’s win sees them tying Arsenal at 25 points from 13 matches. The blues trail nine points behind league leaders, Liverpool. And, this season, fans have been treated to the kind of form that Chelsea missed last year.
Palmer and Jackson: A Dynamic Duo
Nicolas Jackson was slowly establishing himself at Chelsea. For this season, it does seem like he found some rhythm. He along with Palmer has already scored eight goals in the league.
Palmer spoke highly of their relationship. “Me and Nico work well together,” he said. “We talk every day. After matches, we also message each other. We’re trying to build this connection for the benefit of the team.”
Their communication appears to be paying off. Their combined efforts have added much-needed firepower to Chelsea’s attack.
⚽⚔️ Nicolas Jackson and Cole Palmer are having an incredible Premier League season so far!
🇸🇳 Nicolas Jackson in the PL this season:
👕 13 games
⚽ 8 goals
🎯 3 assists
🏴 Cole Palmer in the PL this season:
👕 13 games
⚽ 8 goals
🎯 6 assists
JP Connection! 🔥🥶 pic.twitter.com/wMpjw5Wpt3
— Goal rush (@GoalrushCFC) December 3, 2024
Chelsea Aiming High
The Blues finished sixth in the EPL last season but now aim for a top four spot. Cole believes consistency can get them there. “If we keep winning, we’ll be near the top four,” he said. “It’s still early, but we are improving.”
He admitted the fact that Chelsea faces difficulties compared to the experienced teams like Manchester City, Liverpool, and Arsenal that have spent years developing chemistry. Chelsea’s team has only been together for a season. However, Palmer is still hopeful, pointing out the improvement of the team under Maresca and their desire to continue doing better.
Excellent Performances By Chelsea Under Maresca
Enzo Maresca has brought much needed stability to Stamford, leading the team to an impressive season thus far. Chelsea has demonstrated consistency and resilience, with only two losses, one to Man City and Liverpool, both of whom are among the league’s best teams. This is in stark contrast to last season, when the team couldn’t keep its form together.
The tactical approach and a focus on teamwork by Maresca seem to be paying off for Chelsea. His methods have been very well received by the players. They become more confident and deliver performance on the pitch.
Cole Palmer praised Maresca’s leadership, where the team is focusing solely on winning games one at a time. “We are just focusing on winning games, and the rest will follow.”. This not only reflects the confidence but also the trust within the squad to deliver on their manager’s vision in securing a place in the top four in order to fight for the top.
What Comes Next?
The Blues have a busy week ahead. They travel to Southampton in midweek before playing Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday. These matches will test their growing confidence and consistency.
Fans will hope that the Palmer-Jackson partnership continues to thrive. Their chemistry could be key to Chelsea’s top four ambitions.
Chelsea’s form this season indeed has hope. With stars such as Cole and Jackson pulling through, they indeed will get there. Their objective now is to simply pick up steam and score the wins.
Conclusion
Chelsea’s progress this season reflects the positive impact of Enzo Maresca’s leadership and the growing chemistry among players like Cole Palmer and Nicolas Jackson. With a renewed focus on consistency and teamwork, the team is steadily climbing the table. While challenges remain against established squads, Chelsea’s determination and improved form suggest a promising path forward. If they maintain this momentum, a top four finish could be well within their reach.
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