Cole Palmer Returns Man of the Match Award to Moisés Caicedo After Chelsea’s UEFA Conference League Final Win
In a remarkable act of humility and team unity, Cole Palmer, who was instrumental in Chelsea’s 4-1 win over Real Betis in the UEFA Conference League final, chose not to keep his Man of the Match award. Instead, he handed it to a teammate he believed was more deserving.
“I’ve officially returned the Man of the Match award to him. He truly gave everything on the pitch to secure this win for us today,” Palmer said after the game.
Palmer had a standout performance, delivering two key assists, but he felt the real hero was Moisés Caicedo, who dominated the midfield with grit and precision. Caicedo also scored the final goal of the match, helping to cement Chelsea’s place in history as the first team to win all five major UEFA tournaments.
This selfless act highlights the strong team spirit at Chelsea and Palmer’s respect for his teammates. It also serves as a reminder of the values that elevate football beyond just goals and trophies—sportsmanship, humility, and camaraderie.
