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Cole Palmer has been voted the EA SPORTS Player of the Month for September 2024
The announcement, made on Friday via the official EPL website, confirms that Palmer led the Premier League in both goals and goal involvement during September, scoring five times and providing one assist in just four appearances.
Palmer’s most remarkable feat came during Chelsea’s 6-1 victory over Brighton & Hove Albion, where he set a new Premier League record by becoming the first player to score four goals in the first half of a match.
His incredible four-goal haul occurred within 21 minutes, showcasing his exceptional finishing ability and composure under pressure.
This devastating performance alone secured his place in the league’s history books.
In addition to his goal-scoring heroics against Brighton, Palmer also provided an assist in Chelsea’s 1-1 draw with Crystal Palace and found the back of the net once again during Chelsea’s 3-0 win over West Ham United. These contributions further solidified his case for the award.
This is Palmer’s second Player of the Month award, with his first coming in April 2024.
His consistency is evident, as he has now won two of the last three available awards.
The 22-year-old topped an eight-man shortlist after a public vote on the EA SPORTS website was combined with the votes of a panel of football experts.
Palmer has made a strong start to October, contributing an assist in a 1-1 draw against Nottingham Forest.
He currently tops the Premier League with 11 goal involvements this season and will aim to add to his tally when Chelsea face Liverpool at Anfield on Sunday, 20 October.
The official EPL website reports that the Barclays Manager of the Month for September will also be announced soon, continuing the recognition of Premier League stars.
Palmer was named the England Men's Player of the Year for 2024, and Chelsea FC commended the English International's achievement on X.
