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Palmer Vows Revenge After England Snub, Chelsea Spend £117m

8/1/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Cole Palmer, omitted from England’s World Cup squad, says the snub will motivate him as he prepares for Chelsea’s season under Xabi Alonso.
He took a seven-week break to heal a groin injury that once threatened surgery and now feels refreshed.
Chelsea signed Morgan Rogers for £117 million and will open the season against Tottenham on 1 August in Sydney, where the pair joked about sharing their “cold” celebration.

History

Historical Context

Andy Cole, who netted a record-tying 34 Premier League goals in 1993-94, was omitted from England’s 1998 World Cup squad by manager Glenn Hoddle, igniting controversy over striker selection. That episode mirrors today’s debate as England again leaves a leading forward out of a World Cup roster, highlighting a recurring pattern of exclusion.

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Story summary

Cole Palmer, omitted from England’s World Cup squad, says the snub will motivate him as he prepares for Chelsea’s season under Xabi Alonso.
He took a seven-week break to heal a groin injury that once threatened surgery and now feels refreshed.
Chelsea signed Morgan Rogers for £117 million and will open the season against Tottenham on 1 August in Sydney, where the pair joked about sharing their “cold” celebration.

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