Cole Palmer made headlines during Chelsea's 2-1 victory over FC Copenhagen in the UEFA Conference League by celebrating with a beer thrown from the stands.
The incident occurred after Enzo Fernández scored in the 65th minute, extending Chelsea’s lead. As the players gathered in celebration, a plastic cup of beer landed on the pitch, prompting Palmer to pick it up and playfully gesture toward teammate Trevoh Chalobah.
The moment quickly went viral, with fans reacting on social media. One supporter humorously wrote, "Cole Palmer says, 'Hold my beer,'" while another added, "Raise that beer high! You all deserve it! Congrats."
Although Palmer did not register a goal or assist in the match, his impact this season has been crucial, tallying 14 goals and six assists in 31 appearances across all competitions. This match also marked his first Conference League appearance, having been excluded from the squad during the League Phase.
Chelsea’s other goal came from Reece James, while Gabriel Pereira pulled one back for Copenhagen late in the game. Manager Enzo Maresca acknowledged the team's strong performance but stressed the need for defensive improvements, particularly regarding the goal conceded. He also emphasized the importance of Chelsea’s upcoming Premier League clash against Leicester City, which could impact their pursuit of a top-four or top-five finish and Champions League qualification.
The second leg against FC Copenhagen is set to take place at Stamford Bridge next week, where Chelsea will look to secure their place in the next round.
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