Chelsea vs Fulham: Palmer leads Blues' charge for European football with match-winning display

Cole Palmer slotted home from the penalty spot at the stroke of halftime to give Mauricio Pochettino's Blues all three points.

In much of the first half, the hosts dominated, keeping Fulham on the defensive without really testing Bernd Leno.

 Conor Gallagher and Armando Broja had close attempts, but the best chance belonged to Fulham as Đorđe Petrović made a crucial stop to deny Harry Wilson. 

Just before halftime, Raheem Sterling was brought down by Issa Diop in the box, leading to a penalty that Cole Palmer converted. 

In the second half, Fulham pushed for an equalizer, but clear chances were limited. Chelsea secured the 1-0 victory, moving up to eighth in the table.