Cole Palmer responds after stunning Morgan Rogers show for Aston Villa vs Celtic
01/30/2025 09:45 AM
Chelsea star Cole Palmer has sent a message to Aston Villa midfielder Morgan Rogers after he scored a hat-trick against Celtic in the Champions League.
Unai Emery's side secured a crucial victory in their final group-stage match, with Rogers stealing the spotlight and transfer-linked Ollie Watkins also finding the net.
Villa stormed into a 2-0 lead within five minutes, thanks to Rogers' early brace. With automatic qualification for the Round of 16 on the line, the pressure was high.
However, Celtic responded before halftime as Adam Idah struck twice to bring the game level. Watkins restored Villa's lead before assisting Rogers for his third, capping off an unforgettable night for the club.
Palmer showed admiration for his former Manchester City academy teammate and shared a picture of him on his Instagram story with three star emojis.
Aston Villa have a star on their hands with Morgan Rogers
Rogers is enjoying a breakout season at Villa, having started all 31 of his appearances across all competitions, scoring 10 goals and providing five assists.
The 22-year-old joined Emery's side in the January 2024 transfer window for an initial fee of just £8 million from Middlesbrough [Sky Sports].
While the deal represented a significant profit for Boro, who originally signed him for £1 million, it now looks like a bargain just 12 months later, as Rogers has become an integral part of Villa's squad.
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Palmer and Rogers have frequently engaged in social media banter over the goal celebration they both use, with fans continuing to debate whose celebration it truly is.
Regardless of that, their friendship remains strong despite taking different paths since leaving City.
Villa will now turn their attention to their Premier League clash against Wolves on 1 February, having secured automatic qualification in Europe.
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