da luck: Cole Palmer joined Jude Bellingham at the top of a notable 2023-24 chart after a match-winning display for Chelsea against Newcastle.
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Palmer equals Bellingham's goal contributions tallyEngland duo top elite European chartPalmer scored and assisted against NewcastleWHAT HAPPENED?
Palmer starred for Chelsea on Monday as he contributed with a goal and an assist in the club's 3-2 win over Newcastle United in the Premier League. With the stellar show at Stamford Bridge, the Blues star has now equalled England team-mate Bellingham's 19 goal contributions this season and the duo are leading the chart of players aged 21 or under with the most number of goal involvements in Europe's top five leagues.
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While Palmer has netted 11 times and provided eight assists in the Premier League, Real Madrid star Bellingham has scored 16 La Liga goals and contributed with three assists. Overall, the former Borussia Dortmund player has 29 goal contributions in all competitions this season, while the Chelsea youngster has 26.
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Palmer, who graduated from Manchester City's youth academy, left the club last summer to join Chelsea. After the match-winning performance against the Magpies, the player claimed that his transfer paid off as he finally has an opportunity to showcase his talents.
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The 21-year-old will be next seen in action on Sunday as Mauricio Pochettino's side face Leicester City in an FA Cup quarter-final clash.