England's MVP last season was announced, and this is no small matter. Who is the winner? Don't worry, and listen to me slowly.
If you want to talk about this MVP, it has to be Palmer. The lad shone last season, scoring 25 goals and providing 15 assists in 45 games. In a team like Chelsea, which has a mediocre performance, he has become a standout "Palmer FC". Tsk, this name is so good that I'm afraid even Palmer himself will have to scratch his head embarrassedly when he hears it.
Speaking of Palmer, we have to mention his Manchester City years. In Pep Guardiola's team, this kid is like a "transparent person", with very few opportunities to play. He gritted his teeth and stamped his foot last summer to join Chelsea for €47 million. This transfer is really a gorgeous turn, from a bench player to the core of the team, this script, I'm afraid even Hollywood screenwriters don't dare to write it.
Let's talk about his performance in the national team. Although he doesn't play much, every time he plays, it's like he has been beaten. In the European Championship semi-final against Netherlands, Palmer played only 10 minutes and assisted his teammates to kill the opponent. In the final against Spain, he even staged a "miracle in three minutes", scoring an equalizer just after coming on the field. This efficiency, tsk, is faster than lightning.
But then again, Palmer is in an awkward position with the national team. is obviously a main seedling who can fight and resist, but he is always hidden on the bench by Southgate. It's reminiscent of another Manchester City outcast and now a Chelsea hero. Hey, this world is really wonderful, the former abandoned player has now become the MVP of the England team, this reversal, I'm afraid even Southgate himself didn't expect it.
Then look at Foden, the favorite of Pep Guardiola in the Premier League, who won the Player of the Season. But when he arrived at the national team, it was like a different person, with 0 goals and 0 assists in the entire European Cup. Southgate, on the other hand, seems to have put on a filter and never gives up on Foden, which makes people wonder: Dude, do you have any misunderstanding about Foden?
Now, Palmer is England's Season of the Season, is that a slap in the face to Southgate? As if to say, "Look, you're blind, aren't you?" But then again, it also confirms a truth: sometimes, opportunity is more important than ability. Give Palmer a chance and England may be able to improve their record and maybe even win the European Championship.
This also teaches us a lesson: don't be fooled by appearances. Foden had a great time at Manchester City, but when he arrived at the national team, it was like he forgot to play. On the other hand, Palmer is like a fish in water at Chelsea, and although there are not many opportunities to reach the national team, he does his best every time he plays. This can't help but make people sigh: sometimes, leaving the familiar environment, some people seem to have been drained of their souls; And some people can shine in the face of adversity.
For Southgate, this is undoubtedly an awkward situation. Palmer's rise was like a resounding slap in the face, snapping into his tactical arrangement. The manager will probably have to reflect on this: should he give more opportunities to those who have excelled at the club? After all, the national team has limited opportunities to play, and every minute and second counts.
In retrospect, Palmer deserves this award. He proved a truth with his performance: as long as I am given a chance, I can shine. This story teaches us to never be bound by the status quo. Perhaps, your potential is waiting for a suitable stage to bloom.
So the question is: if you were Southgate, how would you line up for the next game? Will you continue to trust Foden, or will you give Palmer more chances? Welcome to leave a message in the comment area, let's talk about football together.