BREAKING NEWS: Live from Stamford Bridge, Chelsea’s Cole Palmer faces potential sidelining after a serious tackle by Man United’s Lisandro Martinez, leaving fans anxious about his recovery.

Late in the match, Palmer went down following a tackle from Martinez, raising immediate concerns among fans and prompting Chelsea’s medical team to attend to him quickly.
Though Palmer managed to walk off the field unassisted, he was visibly limping, increasing worries about his fitness for upcoming games.
The tackle was reviewed by the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) to determine if Martinez’s challenge warranted a red card.
Officials concluded that while the tackle was reckless, it was not excessively dangerous, resulting in a yellow card for Martinez.
This decision sparked mixed reactions, with many Chelsea fans arguing that the challenge deserved a harsher punishment.
Head coach Enzo Maresca expressed his frustration after the match, suggesting Martinez should have been sent off for what he deemed an overly aggressive play.
In a post-game interview, Maresca confirmed that Palmer had iced his knee and was undergoing further treatment, but he remained hopeful, saying, “Hopefully, it’s nothing serious.”
Fortunately for Chelsea, Palmer is ineligible for the team’s upcoming Conference League match against Noah, giving him additional time to recover before their crucial Premier League clash with Arsenal.
The timing of the injury is unfortunate, as Palmer has been in top form since joining Chelsea. Fans are optimistic that he will recover quickly and continue contributing as the team pushes for a stronger league position.
Further updates from Chelsea’s medical team are expected in the coming days, as both supporters and club officials await news with optimism.