On Matchday 2 of the Premier League 2024/25 season, Noni Madueke of Chelsea FC scored a historic hat-trick against Wolverhampton Wanderers. His three goals in just 14 minutes not only secured a resounding 6-2 victory for his team, but also broke the record for the fastest Premier League hat-trick scored by any Chelsea player. What's even more impressive is that all three goals were assisted by Cole Palmer, who himself had scored a hat-trick in just 29 minutes last season. With this win, Chelsea also bounced back from their opening match defeat against Manchester City.
Chelsea's Noni Madueke Makes History with Record-Breaking Hat-Trick
On Matchday 2 of the 2024/25 Premier League season, Chelsea FC's Noni Madueke etched his name in the record books with a stunning hat-trick against Wolverhampton Wanderers.
Madueke's three goals in just 14 minutes not only secured a resounding 6-2 victory for Chelsea but also broke the record for the fastest Premier League hat-trick scored by any Blues player. The previous record of 16 minutes was held by Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink.
Adding to the brilliance of the performance was the fact that all three of Madueke's goals were assisted by Cole Palmer, who had himself scored a hat-trick in just 29 minutes last season while playing for Manchester City.
With the win, Chelsea bounced back from their opening match defeat against Manchester City, which had been marred by injuries to key players such as Reece James and Thiago Silva.
Background on Noni Madueke
Born in Enfield, London, on March 10, 2002, Madueke began his football journey at Crystal Palace's academy. He joined Chelsea's youth system in 2016 and quickly showcased his exceptional talent.
Madueke made his professional debut for Chelsea in September 2021 and has since become a regular starter for the club. He is known for his dribbling skills, pace, and clinical finishing.
Background on Cole Palmer
Cole Palmer is another highly-rated young English winger who made his name at Manchester City. Born in Wythenshawe, Manchester, on May 6, 2002, Palmer joined City's academy at the age of nine.
Palmer has represented England at various youth levels and made his senior debut for City in August 2021. He is known for his speed, creativity, and ability to score goals from midfield.
Top 5 FAQs and Answers
1. Who has scored the fastest hat-trick in Premier League history?
Noni Madueke (14 minutes)
2. Who assisted all three of Madueke's goals?
Cole Palmer
3. What was the final score of the match between Chelsea and Wolverhampton Wanderers?
Chelsea 6-2 Wolverhampton Wanderers
4. Who did Chelsea lose to in their opening match of the season?
Manchester City
5. Who holds the record for the most hat-tricks in Premier League history?
Alan Shearer (11)
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