Super Eagles-eligible defender Tosin Adarabioyo has expressed his delight at seeing fellow Manchester City academy graduate Cole Palmer captain Chelsea during their emphatic 7-0 FA Cup victory over Port Vale at Stamford Bridge. Adarabioyo, who also scored in the match, praised Palmer’s leadership and emphasised Chelsea’s serious ambitions to win the prestigious trophy. The dominant win secures Chelsea’s place in the next round of the competition as they now turn their attention to a crucial Premier League fixture.
Adarabioyo, a a bullet header. The defender was seen celebrating his goal alongside Palmer, who wore the captain’s armband in the absence of the team’s usual skipper, Reece James, and midfielder Enzo Fernández. The comprehensive victory provided a significant morale boost for the entire squad.
Speaking after the match, Tosin highlighted the primary objective of progressing in the FA Cup. He told Chelsea’s official website that the team was pleased to secure their path to Wembley and reaffirmed their intention to challenge for the title. “The FA Cup is a huge trophy and, as long as you’re in it, then you’re in it to win it. That is what we’re trying to do,” the defender stated, underscoring the team’s winning mentality.
He also took a moment to praise Cole Palmer’s growing influence within the team, describing the young forward as a key figure who leads by example. “He’s my guy,” laughed Tosin. “He’s always encouraging me and I’m always encouraging him, so it was nice. He leads by example. You can see through his performances that he is one of our leaders and one of our best players. So it was nice to see him get the armband.”
Looking ahead, Adarabioyo immediately shifted focus to Chelsea’s upcoming Premier League clash against his former club, Manchester City. He emphasised the critical need for a strong performance to boost the Blues’ push for UEFA Champions League qualification. The team is now fully concentrated match could prove pivotal for Chelsea’s season aspirations.
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