Chelsea's Cole Palmer had a taste of American food while starring at the Club World Cup, but the forward found it "disgusting". The 23-year-old England international delivered a masterclass in the final, netting twice and setting up another goal in a 3-1 win over Paris Saint-Germain that left the football world stunned.

  • Palmer starred against PSG in the final
  • Tried out American food while in New Jersey
  • Was not quite impressed with its taste
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  • WHAT HAPPENED?

    Following the final, Palmer decided to unwind by exploring a bit of American culture, which included sampling local fast food. However, the experience left him unimpressed. The midfielder was particularly critical of a visit to popular chain Chick-fil-A, singling out one dish that didn’t sit well with his palate.

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  • WHAT PALMER SAID

    “I tried Chick-fil-A,” he shared. “It was baked beans. Disgusting. Our UK beans are better.”

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    DID YOU KNOW

    Palmer is now using his time off to connect with his family history, taking a meaningful trip to the Caribbean island of St Kitts and Nevis. The tropical destination holds special importance for the young footballer, as it is the birthplace of his grandfather, Sterry Palmer. Upon arriving on the island, Palmer was welcomed with open arms by the local community and government officials.