November 15, 2023
Cole Palmer discusses his move to Chelsea from Man City and his first England call-up. The forward also talks about the viral video of him invading the City team talk during Sunday's incredible 4-4 draw at Stamford Bridge.
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00:00 - Intro.
00:23 - Penalty against City: I felt it was my time.
00:42 - Did you feel nervous?: No.
01:04 - I felt nervous before the game, but when it started it felt normal.
01:27 - Composure come natural to you?: I just try do my stuff on the pitch.
01:50 - What was it like telling your family?: I got it after the match, but my phone was going crazy with City fans. I phoned my dad.
02:33 - Is your dad your hero?: Without my dad I wouldn't be a footballer. I'm just trying to repay him.
02:59 - Parents reaction?: Proud moment from my whole family.
03:34 - Best year of your life?: It's been crazy, I'm just excited for it all.
03:59 - Self belief: I don't know to be honest, I've always tried to believe in myself, but believing in your own ability helps.
04:23 - Invading City team talk? I was just having a laugh. Erling did found it funny, I don't think anyone else did!
04:44 - Rapping: It was a TikTok trend, and my sister told me to, it stayed quiet for a while then now it's everywhere.
05:36 - Why do you think Gareth called you up?: I don't know, probably my form.
05:55 - What impact can you bring?: Try being the best impact I can bring.
06:30- Who's brain will you pick?: Not really, I'll try talk to as many people as possible. I know the city and Chelsea boys.
06:58 - Rico Lewis: I'm happy we're going to the same camp together.
07:29 - Who's your major competition for places?: I'd love to play at the euros, but I want to show what I can do.
07:59 - How did Poch convince you?: It was a good phone call.
08:22 - Aware of record of producing England talents: Yeah.
08:37 - What has Poch done to your game?: He's given me license to roam.
08:57 - Long time position?: I like to play in all positions.
09:16 - Can you save Chelsea £100m?: I'm not a striker but we'll see.
09:35 - Taking things from Haaland?: Just the movement, but I don't think anyone can copy him.
10:05 - August: Everything happened fast. I was speaking to my dad and I could really think. But for my career, I had to get regular game time.
10:43 - It was a big move for me. I've never been out of Manchester.
11:13 - Poch to Pep?: Next question.
11:40 - Correct decision to leave?: I know how good Pep is, he gave me the platform and I'll always be grateful. Who knows if I'd stayed.
12:23 - It was a tough decision.
12:53 - Surprised Sterlings not here?: Top player, we have natural chemistry.
13:32 - The euros a big drive?: I wasn't thinking of an England call up when I joined Chelsea, I just wanted to play.
14:28 - Less daunted joining senior team?: It's a big step, but it's been easier doing the same thing with different age groups.
15:05 - Shrug celebration against City: It would've been disrespectful.
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