Chelsea's Palmer Admits Falling Asleep Watching England's World Cup Match

Ahead of Chelsea's friendly against Tottenham on August 1, 2026, midfielder Cole Palmer revealed a surprising admission about England's recent World Cup campaign. Palmer, who was controversially left out of England's squad by coach Thomas Tuchel for the 2026 World Cup, watched England's dramatic 3-2 victory over Mexico from home. However, when asked if he watched the entire match, Palmer smiled and confessed, "I watched, but I fell asleep at halftime." The game kicked off at 2:00 AM UK time, making it difficult to stay awake, though those who did witnessed one of England's most thrilling World Cup matches at Mexico's Azteca Stadium. Palmer's absence from the squad sparked debate, but his candid comment highlights the challenges of following late-night international fixtures. Chelsea's press conference took place shortly before their match against Tottenham, scheduled for 12:45 PM Israel time on the same day.