“Jude robbed” – Fans debate as Cole Palmer wins England Men’s Player of the Year
Cole Palmer was awarded the Men's Player of the Year award as certain fans wanted teammate Jude Bellingham to win the same.
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Fans felt that Jude Bellingham deserved the England POTY over Cole Palmer (Via X/@England)
Gareth Southgate did not hand a single start to Chelsea’s star man Cole Palmer at UEFA Euro 2024. The 22-year-old however, was one of the most exciting and engaging players on the pitch whenever he was given a cameo by the manager. The youngster assisted in the semi-final while also scoring a crucial goal against Spain in the final.
Even though England were beaten by Spain on the night, Palmer’s brilliant display turned heads. As the international break resumes once again, the English FA honored Palmer as the England Men’s Player of the Year.
Palmer has been a very important player for both club and country, although his importance is exemplified more at Stamford Bridge. Players like Jude Bellingham, Trent Alexander-Arnold and Harry Kane were all potential winners, although the Chelsea man took home the award.
Following the announcement, fans engaged in debates on social media as they argued who actually deserved the same. England take on Greece and Finland in the international break.
Fans react to Cole Palmer winning England Men’s Player of the Year
After collecting several awards last season, Cole Palmer added the England Men’s Player of the Year award to his cabinet. A fan commented that England would’ve definitely won the Euros had Gareth Southgate started him regularly. Many however, weren’t happy with the decision. A supporter stated that Jude Bellingham was more deserving of the same and that he was robbed of the award.
Fans pointed out how he had one of the best debut seasons last year and was part of the squad that won the Champions League. Comparisons with Bukayo Saka and other rival players were at an all-time high as Chelsea fans named Palmer as the best in the world.
As things stand, England manager Lee Carsley is set to experiment with Palmer in a new position. The forward has directly been involved in 11 goals in the Premier League. He has the second-most number of goals, beaten only by Erling Haaland of Manchester City, who already has ten goals to his name.
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