Marco Palestra
CHE
Right Winger
Half-Space Orchestrator
Mar 3, 2005 (21)
Both
6'1"
176 lb
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2026/2027 Premier League
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Plays first EPL minutes
Palestra recorded no stats in Saturday's 5-1 win versus AFC Bournemouth.
Analysis: Palestra played 18 minutes off the bench in Saturday's 5-1 victory, replacing two-goal scorer Joao Pedro in the 72nd minute. He did not register a tackle or notable attacking statistic during a subdued final stretch, with Chelsea already four goals ahead and focused primarily on managing the result. The appearance was nevertheless significant for Palestra, who made his Chelsea debut after recovering from the injury that had previously kept him unavailable.
Makes bench Saturday
Palestra (thigh) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Bournemouth.
Analysis: Palestra is available to make his competitive Chelsea debut after recovering from a thigh injury sustained during the final week of preseason. The defender rebuilt his fitness during the international break and was pictured in full team training Wednesday. He could make his first appearance as a substitute while working toward a larger role in the first-team rotation.
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