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Blues fight for Europe is on!

What an incredible night to be a Chelsea fan!

The Blues faithful have not had loads to cheer about this season, but that was the best performance their team has put in all season.

Cole Palmer sparkled again with four goals, Nicolas Jackson shined, and a young star, Alfie Gilchrist, made his mark.

On the opposite end of the stick, that was a terrible night for Everton, their worst under Sean Dyche by a country mile.

The Toffees will have to shake off that defeat as quick as they can, they are embroiled in a tight battle to beat the drop.

I said it would be an enjoyable night, and it was for Chelsea fans at least. I hope the majority of you had a good time, thanks for joining.

I'll see you all tomorrow as the Champions League returns!

Chelsea's English midfielder #20 Cole Palmer (L) holding the match ball after scoring four goals, congratulates Chelsea's English defender #42 Alfie Gilchrist on his goal after the English Premier League football match between Chelsea and Everton at Stamford Bridge in London on April 15, 2024. Chelsea won the game 6-0. (Photo by Glyn KIRK / AFP) / RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE. No use with unauthorized audio, video, data, fixture lists, club/league logos or 'live' services. Online in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No video emulation. Social media in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No use in betting publications, games or single club/league/player publications. /  (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 15:  Jordan Pickford and James Tarkowski of Everton during the Premier League match between Chelsea FC and Everton FC at Stamford Bridge on April 15, 2024 in London, England. (Photo by Tony McArdle/Everton FC via Getty Images)

22:24

The race for the Golden Boot

This is the tightest Golden Boot race we have had in years.

I must admit, when Chelsea signed Cole Palmer, it did not even come into my mind that he would be in the race for top scorer.

Well, he is joint top with Erling Haaland on 20!

22:13

Rampant Cole Palmer leaves Everton in tatters

You all hear my voice a lot, so I think it's time you read another.

Matt Barlow of Mail Sport was at Stamford Bridge to witness Chelsea's merciless display against Everton.

Read his match story on Mail+, here:

22:10

Blues extend Bridge unbeaten run over Toffees

So, that's 29 matches unbeaten at home against Everton for Chelsea.

That is one crazy run, to not lose to a team in 30 years at home is unbelievable.

Everton fans must dread the day they have to travel down to west London and face them.

At least it's done for another season.

22:04

Fan Comment: 'Palmer reminds me of Rooney'

Anonymous: Cole Palmer reminds me of Wayne Rooney in his day. He's going to be some player and I think he could even be better.

Wow, that is some compliment!

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22:01

James Tarkowski: 'Most embarrassed I have in my time in football'

James Tarkowski, Everton defender, speaking to Sky Sports:

It will be a long debrief. This is the most embarrassed, I felt as an individual, as part of a team in my time as a football, which is over a long time. So, it shows where we're at today. We can only apologise to the fans who spent their hard-earned money traveling the country supporting those who come to turn up on a Monday night and witness that.
We have to accept that [there are] no excuses on our behalf. That just wasn't anywhere near the level that we expected ourselves. Well, I hope that anyone saw that understands why I feel embarrassed. If you concede six goals, you should feel embarrassed for one, but even the manner of the goals.
LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 15:  Jordan Pickford and James Tarkowski of Everton during the Premier League match between Chelsea FC and Everton FC at Stamford Bridge on April 15, 2024 in London, England. (Photo by Tony McArdle/Everton FC via Getty Images)

21:55

Is Palmer the signing of the season?

I have had this discussion with a few of my friends and colleagues, and now I want to hear from you.

Is Cole Palmer the signing of the season? I feel Alexis Mac Allister may have a shout for Liverpool, and Declan Rice for Arsenal, but at the moment it's hard to look past Palmer.

What a revelation he has been for Chelsea!

Let us know who you think is the signing of the season, in the comments.

21:52

Palmer perfect from the spot

Whenever Cole Palmer steps up to take a penalty, you never think he is going to miss, do you?

He has taken nine penalties in the Premier League this season, and converted all of them, only Yaya Touré with 11 from 11 has posted a better 100% conversion rate from the spot in the competition's history.

In terms of Chelsea spot-kick takers, only Frank Lampard has scored more penalties than Palmer in a single league campaign for Chelsea, with 10.

So basically, if you're playing Chelsea, try your hardest not to fly into challenges in the box.

LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 15: Cole Palmer of Chelsea scores his team's fifth goal from the penalty spot, his fourth, during the Premier League match between Chelsea FC and Everton FC at Stamford Bridge on April 15, 2024 in London, England. (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images)

21:45

Cole Palmer: 'It all happened so fast'

Cole Palmer, Chelsea's goalscorer of four, speaking to Sky Sports:

It all happened so fast. We started well and I scored another hat-trick - buzzing. The team needed that after Sunday, but we did well tonight.
The first one was my favourite, my right foot was a bit of a swinger. Everyone was buzzing for Alfie Gilchrist. He has been a Chelsea fan all his life and everyone is buzzing for him. After the previous game we needed to come out and show something. It was a good performance tonight.

On the penalty argument:

Other players wanted to take it, but I am the penalty taker and I wanted to take it. I think we are showing everyone is wanting to take responsibility, it may be a bit over the top, but everyone wants to win. We are laughing and joking about it.
This season we have been a bit inconsistent. We have had some poor performances and we have got some good wins. We will take each game as it comes and see where we finish.
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21:40

Six of the worst for Dyche

We are used to Sean Dyche's team being defensively solid and tough to break down. They were the opposite of that tonight.

Before tonight, Everton had the fourth-best defence in the league and had only conceded 42 goals.

In what was his 308th game as a top-flight manager, that is the first time a Sean Dyche team conceded six goals in a single Premier League match.

A rarity that we may not see again for a long time.

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21:35

Mauricio Pochettino: 'This is the last time I accept this behavior'

Mauricio Pochettino, Chelsea manager, speaking to Sky Sports on the penalty argument:

It is a shame. I was telling the players before, we had a meeting with all the staff and we were talking. We cannot behave in this way. I told them this is the last time I accept this type of behavior. This is not a joke. It is impossible after a performance like this.
It shows we are in a process where we will learn a lot, we need to change and see more in the collective way than to think of individual achievement. I have made it clear to them and through you to the fans that Cole Palmer is the [penalty] taker, if he wants to give it to another he can but not in this way, it is a sad situation that happened and cannot happen again.
LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 15: Mauricio Pochettino, Manager of Chelsea, celebrates victory following the Premier League match between Chelsea FC and Everton FC at Stamford Bridge on April 15, 2024 in London, England. (Photo by Darren Walsh/Chelsea FC via Getty Images)

21:31

In good company

The Cole Palmer content will continue.

The 21-year-old is the first Chelsea player to net four goals in a game since Frank Lampard in 2010.

Not bad company to be in.

21:26

Palmer's perfect evening

I'm not sure there is much more I can say about Cole Palmer than I have already said.

Everything Palmer touches at the moment turns to gold. He has had many brilliant games this season, but that one tops the lot.

Not only did Palmer become the first Chelsea player to score a first-half hat-trick in the Premier League, he also became just the third player to reach 20+ goals in his debut Premier League season for Chelsea after Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink and Diego Costa. Not bad company.

The statistics show just how good Palmer is.

LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 15: Cole Palmer of Chelsea celebrates victory whilst holding the match ball, after scoring four goals in the Premier League match between Chelsea FC and Everton FC at Stamford Bridge on April 15, 2024 in London, England. (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)

21:22

Mad moment on a brilliant night for Chelsea

While it was Chelsea's best game of the season, there was still a moment when tensions rose in the Chelsea ranks.

An argument between Noni Madueke and Nicolas Jackson arose after the penalty was awarded, which was not a good look.

You'd have thought they'd be happy on a night like this!

21:15

Gilchrist's magical moment

Cole Palmer will get all the plaudits, but what a brilliant moment at the end for Alfie Gilchrist.

Just moments after coming on he took his goal like he had done it many times before.

The celebration that ensued afterwards was brilliant too, you could see how much it meant to him, and all the senior players shared his joy.

I'm sure many more will follow.

Chelsea's English defender #42 Alfie Gilchrist celebrates after scoring their sixth goal during the English Premier League football match between Chelsea and Everton at Stamford Bridge in London on April 15, 2024. (Photo by Glyn KIRK / AFP) / RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE. No use with unauthorized audio, video, data, fixture lists, club/league logos or 'live' services. Online in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No video emulation. Social media in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No use in betting publications, games or single club/league/player publications. /  (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

Chelsea's Alfie Gilchrist, centre, celebrates after scoring his side's sixth goal during the English Premier League soccer match between Chelsea and Everton at Stamford Bridge stadium in London, Monday, April 15, 2024. (AP Photo/Ian Walton)

21:10

A nightmare night for Everton

Everton's players and fans will want to get this night out of their minds as quickly as they can.

The result is their second biggest margin of defeat in the competition following a 7-0 loss to Arsenal in May 2005.

It also means they are now winless in their last nine Premier League away games.

The statistics are not good reading for them, they were dreadful, and there is no other way to describe it.

LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 15: James Tarkowski and Jordan Pickford of Everton interact following defeat in the Premier League match between Chelsea FC and Everton FC at Stamford Bridge on April 15, 2024 in London, England. (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images)

21:06

Does Europe beckon for Chelsea?

After that performance, Chelsea are now just three points behind Manchester United in seventh, with a game in hand.

Now unbeaten in eight league games, Chelsea look like they are finally hitting their stride.

Inconsistency has been a word thrown around a lot about this Blues side. They have a lot of talent, and if they can continue in this form you just feel they may make the Europa Conference League.

A huge night for them.

LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 15: Alfie Gilchrist of Chelsea celebrates scoring his team's sixth goal with teammates during the Premier League match between Chelsea FC and Everton FC at Stamford Bridge on April 15, 2024 in London, England. (Photo by Darren Walsh/Chelsea FC via Getty Images)

20:59

FULL-TIME: Chelsea 6-0 Everton

A torturous night for Everton is over.

Chelsea look like they are finally heading in the right direction, that was surely their best performance under Mauricio Pochettino.

Cole Palmer was once again the star of the show, his four goals means he has hit 20 goals in the Premier League this season.

There was a goal for academy product Alfie Gilchrist too, and they were the biggest celebrations of the night.

Everton will need to get over that one quickly, they were woeful and will need to be much improved if they are to stay out of danger.

A night to remember for Chelsea, and one to forget for the Toffees.

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LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 15: A dejected Jordan Pickford, Dwight McNeil and Abdoulaye Doucoure of Everton after Alfie Gilchrist of Chelsea scores a goal to make it 6-0 during the Premier League match between Chelsea FC and Everton FC at Stamford Bridge on April 15, 2024 in London, England.(Photo by Catherine Ivill - AMA/Getty Images)

20:58, 96'

Chelsea 6-0 Everton

Dorde Petrovic is called into action, which has been rare tonight.

He calmly beats away Beto's effort from just inside the area, it's the closest they have been to scoring this half.

20:58, 96'

Chelsea 6-0 Everton

Chelsea fans cheer as Alfie Gilchrist hooks the ball away.

They are desperate for a clean sheet, they haven't had one in a very long time.

20:56, 93'

SUBSTITUTION: Chelsea 6-0 Everton

After the wild celebrations are over, it gets even worse for Everton.

Substitute Nathan Patterson is forced off with injury, and Ben Godfrey comes on for him.

20:52, 90'

GOAL!!! Chelsea 6-0 Everton (Gilchrist 90')

What a moment for Alfie Gilchrist!

The Chelsea youngster nets his first goal for the club as he smashes home the rebound after Ben Chilwell's shot was saved by Jordan Pickford.

The celebrations are wonderful, Gilchrist races over to the fans with a beaming smile on his face. Pure passion.

The Chelsea fans sing 'he's one of our own'.

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20:50, 88'

SUBSTITUTIONS: Chelsea 5-0 Everton

Chelsea are making their two final changes.

Adam Gilchrist comes on to replace Malo Gusto, while Deivid Washington is on for Nicolas Jackson.

Considering how good he was tonight, Jackson doesn't look best pleased as he comes off.

20:45, 84'

Chelsea 5-0 Everton

This game is petering out now.

Chelsea know the job is done and probably already have their mind said to the weekend's FA Cup semi-final clash with Man City.

Meanwhile, Everton will be begging for the final whistle to be blown.

20:42, 80'

SUBSTITUTIONS: Chelsea 5-0 Everton

Mauricio Pochettino has decided to make another two changes.

One of those coming off is Cole Palmer, who comes off to a standing ovation from Stamford Bridge. What a performance.

Cesare Casadei replaces the star, with Ben Chilwell also coming on for Mykhailo Mudryk.

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20:36, 74'

Chelsea 5-0 Everton

This may just be Nicolas Jackson's best performance in a Chelsea shirt.

The striker dances past several Everton players like they are not there, before setting up Mykhailo Mudryk.

However, the Ukrainian winger can't finish off a brilliant move.

20:33, 72'

SUBSTITUTION: Chelsea 5-0 Everton

Noni Madueke's night is up.

He doesn't look too happy about it after he signalled to the bench he was ok after a knock, but he obliges in coming off, and Carney Chukuwumeka comes on for him.

LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 15: Noni Madueke of Chelsea passes the ball during the Premier League match between Chelsea FC and Everton FC at Stamford Bridge on April 15, 2024 in London, England. (Photo by Darren Walsh/Chelsea FC via Getty Images)

20:30, 67'

Chelsea 5-0 Everton

Beto hits the side-netting with a decent effort.

The Everton striker has had moments during this game, but overall, Everton have been extremely poor.

20:29, 66'

YELLOW CARD: Chelsea 5-0 Everton (Keane)

Ouch, that's a very poor challenge from Michael Keane.

He catches Nicolas Jackson on the ankle with a mistimed tackle and gets a yellow card.

It just feels like there is a red coming for the visitors. if that happens, who knows what the scoreline will end up being.

20:27, 65'

Chelsea 5-0 Everton

Amidst the celebrations, the camera pans to Noni Madueke and Nicolas Jackson who make up following the pre-penalty spat.

I can't believe there was such a big argument while they are 4-0 up, not needed at all.

Oh well, it's 5-0 now anyway.

LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 15: Noni Madueke and Nicolas Jackson of Chelsea argue over a penalty kick during the Premier League match between Chelsea FC and Everton FC at Stamford Bridge on April 15, 2024 in London, England.(Photo by Marc Atkins/Getty Images)

LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 15: Cole Palmer and Nicolas Jackson of Chelsea clash ahead of a penalty kick, as Conor Gallagher and Noni Madueke react during the Premier League match between Chelsea FC and Everton FC at Stamford Bridge on April 15, 2024 in London, England. (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images)

20:24, 64'

GOAL!!! Chelsea 5-0 Everton (Palmer 64')

He never misses, does he!

Cole Palmer steps up calmly and sends Jordan Pickford the wrong way, slotting it into the bottom corner.

He now has 20 Premier League goals this season, level at the top with Erling Haaland.

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20:22, 60'

PENALTY TO CHELSEA!

Everton's night just gets worse.

First Cole Palmer goes down which could well have been a penalty before Noni Madueke goes down under the challenge from James Tarkowski.

Arguments then start between the Chelsea players, but Cole Palmer will take...

Very poor from the Chelsea players, very immature.

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20:21, 59'

CHANCE! Chelsea 4-0 Everton

What a ball from Malo Gusto.

He whips in a delightful low cross which Jordan Pickford punches straight onto Nicolas Jackson before it bounces off an Everton player and wide.

That could have gone horribly wrong.

20:19, 56'

SUBSTITUTION: Chelsea 4-0 Everton

This is not a sight Everton fans wanted to see.

Jarrad Branthwaite hobbles off in pain and is replaced by Michael Keane.

Branthwaite may not have had his finest night, but he has been one of Everton's best players this season.

Sean Dyche will be hoping it's not too serious.

20:17, 55'

GOOD SAVE! Chelsea 4-0 Everton

Nearly a fourth for Cole Palmer.

Mhykailo Mudryk shows electrifying pace to burst through the midfield before sliding through Palmer.

Everybody held 5their breath expecting the net to ripple, but Jordan Pickford does well to rush out, get low, and deny him.

I must say, Mudryk is rapid!

Everton's English goalkeeper #01 Jordan Pickford (R) saves a shot from Chelsea's English midfielder #20 Cole Palmer (L) during the English Premier League football match between Chelsea and Everton at Stamford Bridge in London on April 15, 2024. (Photo by Glyn KIRK / AFP) / RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE. No use with unauthorized audio, video, data, fixture lists, club/league logos or 'live' services. Online in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No video emulation. Social media in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No use in betting publications, games or single club/league/player publications. /  (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

20:14, 53'

YELLOW CARD: Chelsea 4-0 Everton (Tarkowski)

Another yellow card for Everton.

This time it's for James Tarkowski who cynically takes out Nicolas Jackson.

After some time on the floor, Jackson is ok to continue.

20:12, 50'

Chelsea 4-0 Everton

Maybe I'm wrong.

Everton might be having a go, Andre Gomes first forces a corner with a deflected effort, which Jarrad Branthwaite ends up heading wide.

Can Chelsea keep a clean sheet, they don't usually.

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20:11, 49'

Chelsea 4-0 Everton

I wouldn't be surprised if not too much happens in this second half.

Everton won't want to concede any more, while Chelsea will be content with the four, I'd imagine.

The early moments of this half are reflecting this.

20:07, 46'

SECOND HALF: Chelsea 4-0 Everton

No surprise, Sean Dyche has made some changes.

Everton have made a triple-substitution at half-time, with Nathan Patterson, Andre Gomes, and Jack Harrison all come on. Seamus Coleman, James Garner, and Amadou Onana are the players that make way.

The visitors get us back underway.

20:03

WATCH: Palmer's hat-trick

I told you it wouldn't stop.

If you haven't had the pleasure of seeing Cole Palmer's perfect hat-trick, here is your chance.

Enjoy!

20:00

Erling Haaland watch out

The Cole Palmer adulation is not going to stop this evening.

The 21-year-old now has 19 Premier League goals this season, the same as Ollie Watkins, and only Erling Haaland has more with 20.

I did not expect him to be in for the Golden Boot, but there we are.

LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 15: Cole Palmer of Chelsea celebrates scoring his team's third goal, his hat-trick, during the Premier League match between Chelsea FC and Everton FC at Stamford Bridge on April 15, 2024 in London, England. (Photo by Darren Walsh/Chelsea FC via Getty Images)

19:56

'Cole Palmer is a superstar'

Kieran Gill, Mail Sport, at Stamford Bridge:

Now I know Chelsea tend to be awful after half-times but what a luxurious position this is. Cole Palmer is a superstar - and being watched by England assistant Steve Holland here - while Nicolas Jackson can now finally say he’s got more Premier League goals than yellows. An utterly dominant first half.
19:55

Chelsea's quickest PL hat-trick ever!

Cole Palmer is simply untouchable at the moment.

He took each one of his goals expertly and could have even had a fourth if he finished the easiest chance of all of them.

No one will remember that miss though, what they will remember is that he has now netted Chelsea's fastest hat-trick in the Premier League era.

19:50

HALF-TIME: Chelsea 4-0 Everton

Well then, who saw that coming?

A smattering of boos come from the Everton end, their side has been absolutely woeful so far.

Cole Palmer has once again shown what he is all about, netting a perfect hat-trick inside 30 minutes to blow Everton away.

Nicolas Jackson then added a fourth with a fantastic goal just before the break to pile more misery on the visitors.

The wait for a win at Stamford Bridge is set to continue for Everton.

LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 15: Cole Palmer of Chelsea celebrates scoring his team's second goal during the Premier League match between Chelsea FC and Everton FC at Stamford Bridge on April 15, 2024 in London, England. (Photo by Darren Walsh/Chelsea FC via Getty Images)

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19:50, 49'

Chelsea 4-0 Everton

Everton are still pushing for a goal back.

They get another corner, but Amadou Onana can't turn it home, heading wide after rising highest.

Not their day...

19:47, 46'

FIVE added minutes

Five more painful minutes for Everton to endure.

I bet they can't wait for that whistle.

19:44, 44'

GOAL!!! Chelsea 4-0 Everton (Jackson 44')

What a finish!

Chelsea have a fourth just before the break and what a goal it is from Nicolas Jackson.

He delightfully takes down Marc Cucurella's swinging cross before swivelling and finishing expertly.

Everton can't handle Chelsea, they are all over the place.

LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 15: Nicolas Jackson of Chelsea scores his team's fourth goal during the Premier League match between Chelsea FC and Everton FC at Stamford Bridge on April 15, 2024 in London, England. (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)

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19:44, 43'

Chelsea 3-0 Everton

VAR checks for an Everton red card after Amadou Onana seemingly put his hands up to the neck of Conor Gallagher.

After looking at it though, they wave it away. It would have been harsh.

19:41, 41'

YELLOW CARD: Chelsea 3-0 Everton (Mudryk)

Cards are flying at the bridge.

Mykhailo Mudryk is the first Chelsea player to get one, he pulls back Seamus Coleman who was marauding forward.

From the free-kick Everton should score, but no one could turn home James Tarkowski's cutback.

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19:40, 39'

Chelsea 3-0 Everton

Chelsea are really enjoying themselves here.

Moises Caicedo wants to get in on the action but he fires well wide of the mark.

Nicolas Jackson then drives through the Everton defence before going down under the challenge of Jarrad Branthwaite.

Referee Paul Tierney says no.

19:37, 36'

YELLOW CARD: Chelsea 3-0 Everton (Young)

Everton aren't having a good time at Stamford Bridge, they rarely do.

Ashley Young now goes into the book for a poorly timed challenge, he didn't even argue with it.

19:36, 35'

NO GOAL! Chelsea 3-0 Everton

Everton think they have one back, but the offside flag goes up.

Beto beautifully heads home Ashely Young's cross, but he is miles offside.

He had to look across the line, it wasn't even tight.

LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 15:  Beto  of Everton  during the Premier League match between Chelsea FC and Everton FC at Stamford Bridge on April 15, 2024 in London, England. (Photo by Tony McArdle/Everton FC via Getty Images)

19:33, 33'

Chelsea 3-0 Everton

If you include his two stoppage-time strikes against Manchester United, Cole Palmer scored five goals in 30 minutes at Stamford Bridge.

I believe it's a perfect hat-trick today too, one with his left, one with his head, and one with his right.

Incredible.

19:29, 29'

GOAL!!! Chelsea 3-0 Everton (Palmer 29')

What has Jordan Pickford done?

The Everton goalkeeper just passes it straight to Cole Palmer who sends it right back over his head and into the net.

The boy can do no wrong, he took that with so much ease. That's back-to-back Premier League hat-tricks at home.

Game, set, and match.

LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 15: Cole Palmer of Chelsea scores his team's third goal, his hat-trick, during the Premier League match between Chelsea FC and Everton FC at Stamford Bridge on April 15, 2024 in London, England. (Photo by Darren Walsh/Chelsea FC via Getty Images)

LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 15:  Jordan Pickford of Everton reacts after conceding a third goal during the Premier League match between Chelsea FC and Everton FC at Stamford Bridge on April 15, 2024 in London, England.(Photo by Marc Atkins/Getty Images)

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19:29, 28'

YELLOW CARD: Chelsea 2-0 Everton (Garner)

James Garner shows his frustration, sliding in on Cole Palmer from behind. He goes into the book.

It came after a threatening counter-attack was wasted by Ashley Young.

19:27, 27'

Chelsea 2-0 Everton

Kieran Gill, Mail Sport, at Stamford Bridge:

Cole Palmer making Everton's defenders look like non-leaguers (no offence to our weekend warriors). You hope he has a nutmeg clause in his contract for Chelsea, considering how many he is racking up.
That first goal was a thing of beauty. The second was a reward for continuing his run and anticipating the rebound. Chelsea have made a habit of throwing away leads with very poor second halves, but surely – surely – they won't go on to throw this one away.

19:25, 25'

Chelsea 2-0 Everton

The Everton fans are incredibly quiet all of a sudden.

Before the opener, the Toffees were on top and looked the more likely to go in front, but that's all changed now.

Both their midfield and defence are really struggling to contain Chelsea.

LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 15:  Everton players look dejected during the Premier League match between Chelsea FC and Everton FC at Stamford Bridge on April 15, 2024 in London, England.(Photo by Marc Atkins/Getty Images)

19:21, 22'

Chelsea 2-0 Everton

Cole Palmer is on fire, he now has 11 goals in his last seven appearances at home.

That's incredible form, where would they be without him.

19:18, 18'

GOAL!!! Chelsea 2-0 Everton (Palmer 18')

He has it now!

Cole Palmer cannot be stopped at the moment and this time he does manage to finish into an empty net.

Nicolas Jackson forces a save from Jordan Pickford who palms it straight into the path of the 21-year-old to head home.

Chelsea are ripping Everton apart.

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19:17, 16'

HUGE CHANCE! Chelsea 1-0 Everton

How does Cole Palmer not have a brace?

Just as I'm singing his praises, Palmer doesn't turn home the easiest chance he's had as a Chelsea player.

He has an open goal from two yards out, but he runs ahead of the ball and it bounces off him in the wrong direction.

We'll let him off for that one though.

19:13, 13'

GOAL!!! Chelsea 1-0 Everton (Palmer 13')

Wow, wow, wow.

That is Cole Palmer at his brilliant best, he has just single-handedly put Chelsea in front.

The 21-year-old nutmegs Jarrad Branthwaite, before a lovely one-two with Nicolas Jackson which ends with a lovely bending finish.

Chelsea had been on the backfoot, but with Palmer in the side, they always have a chance.

He is incredible.

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19:11, 10'

BIG MISS! Chelsea 0-0 Everton

Oh no, Beto has to score.

Everton have made a great start and link up really well down the right-hand side.

Seamus Coleman then fires a dangerous low cross across goal and Beto fires it over the bar from inside the six-yard box.

The offside flag went up, but on the replay, it looks like the Everton striker was actually onside.

He simply had to do better.

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19:07, 6'

Chelsea 0-0 Everton

That was a bit dangerous from Malo Gusto.

The Chelsea full-back doesn't have many options as he heads the wrong way and rolls it lightly back toward Dorde Petrovic, however, Beto nearly pounces on it.

Luckily for Chelsea, Petrovic gets there first.

19:04, 3'

Chelsea 0-0 Everton

Some promising play from Everton there.

James Tarkowski nods a set-piece across the box, but Beto can't get on the end of it.

The Everton fans liked that, they produce a mighty roar of encouragement.

19:02, 2'

Chelsea 0-0 Everton

Ooooooh...

Amadou Onana has left a painful one on Conor Gallagher in the first minute, accidentally laying his studs in on the ankle of the Englishman.

It warrants a free-kick, but nothing comes from the delivery.

19:00, 1'

KICK-OFF: Chelsea 0-0 Everton

Here we go then, Chelsea get the ball rolling!

The Everton fans are in fine voice, will they have anything to cheer about throughout the night.

We will find out over the course of the next 90 minutes.

LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 15: General view inside the stadium during the Premier League match between Chelsea FC and Everton FC at Stamford Bridge on April 15, 2024 in London, England.(Photo by Catherine Ivill - AMA/Getty Images)

18:58

Here come the teams!

The flames are out, which will warm up the players on a chilly spring night.

The Everton fans boo the Premier League anthem, they must have heard that I'm not a fan of it, and they agree...

At least after it the Chelsea speakers blast out some funky music, lets hope that translates onto the pitch.

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18:54

Predictions?

The warm-ups are complete and we are less than 10 minutes from kick-off.

You know what that means, it's prediction time.

I think Everton's pain at the Bridge will continue, I'm going to go for a 2-1 Chelsea win, what do you all think?

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18:48

'A cold wind whipping round Stamford Bridge'

Matt Barlow, Mail Sport, at Stamford Bridge:

A cold wind whipping round Stamford Bridge removes any hint of end-of-season… winter coats and woolly hats are on in the middle of April. Plenty of players warming up in gloves.

It may look glorious, but Matt confirming photos don't tell the full story...

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18:45

Golden hour

I came across this picture and couldn't not post about it.

The sunset is looking stunning at Stamford Bridge, let's hope the football is too.

Both teams are finishing up their final preparations, it's nearly game time and I'm getting very excited.

What's that fast-forward phrase I always use?

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18:37

'As expected for Chelsea'

Kieran Gill, Mail Sport, at Stamford Bridge:

As expected for Chelsea, though interesting to see the academy kids Tyrique George (born February 2006) and Kiano Dyer (November 2006) on the substitutes’ bench for the first time. They’re two very talented kids and would be nice to see them get a chance if Chelsea are cruising to a win near the end.
18:34

Atmosphere building at the Bridge

The fans are starting to stream in.

Just look at that scarf, she must be well travelled as a fan, there are a lot of badges there.

The Chelsea fans have not always had enjoyable experiences at Stamford Bridge this season, but they will be hoping tonight is.

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18:32

Dele Alli: 'Everton's quality is there'

Dele Alli, Everton midfielder, speaking on Sky Sports' MNF:

I just wish I could be out there and help them [Everton] and you know be a part of the team on the pitch.
I think he's [Sean Dyche] been amazing since he's been there. I think it's a strange one because they do create so many chances. [Abdoulaye] Doucoure helps with the goals Dom [Calvert-Lewin] obviously he's great, we all know he's a great goal scorer. They create so many chances are not scoring so many goals but the quality is there. It's like it's only a matter of time.
That's why it was so hard for me when I got the last injury because I was watching the games and I could see the chances that the midfielders were getting, or that were dropping on the edge of the box, and I couldn't wait to get out there.
18:22

Chelsea's defensive frailties

Look, we should expect some goals tonight.

Chelsea are without a clean sheet in 13 consecutive games in all competitions.

During that run, they have shipped 27 goals. However, Everton only have 32 all season.

A poor defence against a poor attack.

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18:18

Sean Dyche: 'Calvert-Lewin got a tight hamstring, nothing more'

Sean Dyche, Everton manager, on Dominic Calvert-Lewin to Sky Sports:

Dom’s [Calvert-Lewin] got a tight hamstring, nothing more, so we’re happy in the sense that we think it will recover quickly. It was a tight call.
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18:12

400 up for Pickford

Wow, time just flies, doesn't it?

It feels like just yesterday that a young Jordan Pickford broke into the Sunderland starting 11.

He's not a spring chicken anymore, the Everton stopper is set to make his 400th appearance this evening.

I guess goalkeepers do rack up the appearances quickly.

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18:07

Big night for Beto

With Dominic Calvert-Lewin out, Beto has to step up for Everton tonight.

Everton have struggled to find the back of the net this season, and so has Beto, he only has three league goals in 26 matches.

They will need him to find his form if they are to win against the odds tonight.

LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 15:  Beto of Everton before the Premier League match between Chelsea FC and Everton FC at Stamford Bridge on April 15, 2024 in London, England. (Photo by Tony McArdle/Everton FC via Getty Images)

18:01

Everton Team News - NO Calvert-Lewin

There we go then, Dominic Calvert-Lewin has not made it.

Everton have also made two changes, with Beto replacing the injured Calvert-Lewin, and Amadou Onana also returns.

Can this side break that 28-match winless streak at Stamford Bridge.

18:01

Chelsea Team News - TWO changes

Axel Disasi and Enzo Fernandez don't make it.

Mauricio Pochettino has made two changes from the 2-2 draw with Sheffield United last week.

Malo Gusto and Mykhailo Mudryk are the two that come in.

17:56

Blues arrive in their backyard

Game faces are on.

Chelsea have arrived at Stamford Bridge for a match that could have huge ramifications on their push for Europe.

It will be interesting to see which Chelsea turns up tonight, they can be such a 'Jekyll and Hyde' side.

They looked focused.

17:53

Dele Alli: 'It's been tough, but, it's a journey I'm on and I'm enjoying it'

Dele Alli, Everton midfielder, speaking on Sky Sports' MNF:

I'm doing really well. It's been nearly a year now, but I'm feeling good, I'm obviously injured, which is disappointing. But yeah, I'm doing well.
When I did that interview, I said it was the best I'd felt at that time, I was coming out of rehab and getting ready to be back playing. It's been tough, but, it's a journey I'm on and I'm enjoying it. I'm just waiting to get back now.
When I did the interview, I said, if I helped one person that was all I needed, I also did it for my own reasons, obviously. But, to help one person that was all I wanted from it. The reaction I got and the support was definitely overwhelming, but it was amazing to see how many people did help. I'm definitely very proud of it.
I was [expecting to play this season], when I went there I tore my rec firm, I've had to be patient, I've really had to learn what patience is. It's been a long journey with the injury.

17:43

Toffees arrive at the Bridge

Well, while it seems Dominic Calvert-Lewin has not arrived in west London, the rest of the Everton side has.

It's a big day for them after another eventful week, they desperately need to pick up points to stay out of trouble.

The players are looking relaxed, so that's a positive for the Everton fans.

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17:37

No Calvert-Lewin for Everton?

Some potential early team news that Everton fans will not want to see.

Everton have arrived at Stamford Bridge, but it looks like a certain Dominic Calvert-Lewin has not arrived with the team.

If he is not involved tonight, that's a huge blow for Everton, especially after his recent return to goalscoring form.

Who will start up top for Everton?

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17:32

Everton's Dele Alli special guest on Sky Sports' MNF

While he may not be on the pitch for Everton tonight, Dele Alli will be involved in tonight's match, as it's been confirmed that he will appear as a special guest on Sky Sports' Monday Night Football.

It is set to be Alli's first media appearance since he courageously opened up on The Overlap with Gary Neville, last summer.

The 28-year-old signed for Everton in 2022, and is currently working towards a return to first-team action.

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17:24

Palmer aiming for seven in a row

The number seven seems to be coming up a lot tonight.

Anyway, Cole Palmer, what a player. Many of us knew Palmer was a talent while at Manchester City, but I’m not sure many predicted the incredible season he has had at Chelsea this year.

The 21-year-old has been involved in 25 goals in his last 22 Premier League games, scoring 16 and assisting nine. Extremely impressive.

If Palmer scores tonight, he will become the first Chelsea player to net in seven successive Premier League home games.

I wouldn’t be surprised to see his name on the scoresheet this evening, I’m not sure anyone would be.

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17:19

Chelsea facing unwanted record

While Chelsea may be in the midst of a seven-match unbeaten run, they have conceded a lot of goals in those matches.

The Blues have both scored and conceded at least two goals in seven consecutive matches in the Premier League.

If they do so again tonight, they will become the first top-flight English side ever to have done so in eight consecutive matches.

What I take this as is to expect lots of goals, which is great for the neutral.

That's why I said it's set to be enjoyable!

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17:15

Everton officially lodge appeal against two-point deduction

It’s already been a very eventful day for Everton.

The club have now officially lodged their appeal against a two-point deduction they were handed for breaching the Premier League’s profitability and sustainability rules.

What this means is that there may not be a verdict on the appeal until five days after the end of the campaign.

Want to know more? Read below:

17:11

Chelsea still in the hunt for Europe

It’s only recently that Chelsea have started to threaten the European places.

The Blues currently sit six points behind Manchester United in seventh, the Europa Conference League spot, but they have two games in hand. Win tonight, and they are really in the race.

With United faltering regularly, and the fact that they are on a seven-game unbeaten league run, Europe is looking like a real possibility for Mauricio Pochettino’s side.

What do you think, can the Blues make Europe?

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17:06

Toffees wretched record at the Bridge

Stamford Bridge is not a happy hunting ground for Everton.

The Toffees have gone 28 games without victory away at Chelsea, with their last coming under the stewardship of Joe Royle back in 1994.

Yes, that’s right, Everton have gone nearly 30 years without winning away at Chelsea. There is only one other winless run by one Premier League club away to another that is just as long, and that’s Newcastle United’s record away to Liverpool.

Records are there to be broken…

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17:02

Battle of the Blues

In the blue corner, we have… well, both teams.

This is a fixture that is a staple in the Premier League football schedule, and is one where the home side normally comes out on top,

Today, it’s Chelsea that are hosting and despite spending the majority of the campaign in the bottom half of the table, they currently sit in ninth and are still in the hunt for a European place.

Meanwhile, Everton are fighting for their lives. After being deducted eight points this season from two separate offences, the second of which they are appealing, the Toffees sit just two points clear of the relegation zone, but they do have two games in hand.

Who will take a step closer to their goal tonight?

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17:00

Monday night under the lights!

The weekend’s not over just yet.

You have to love football on a Monday night. A lot of you may have got home from work, have got your dinner ready, and can put your feet up and watch some Premier League football. Nothing better.

It’s not a bad game either, Chelsea vs Everton, a match that has provided some fabulous moments over the years.

This year it could have a big impact on the European spots, and the fight for survival. I’m sure Luton Town and Nottingham Forest fans will be willing Chelsea on.

It’s set to be an enjoyable watch, well, we can live I hope.

Either way, I can’t wait to cover it for all of you!

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