Chelsea Legend Gianfranco Zola Reveals Secret to Mastering Free-Kicks, Encourages Cole Palmer to Practice

Chelsea legend Gianfranco Zola shares the story of how Diego Maradona helped him become a free-kick specialist and encourages Cole Palmer to practice more.

Chelsea legend Gianfranco Zola recently had a heartwarming conversation with Chelsea's young star, Cole Palmer. During their chat, Zola revealed the secret to his mastery of free-kicks, attributing it to none other than the legendary Diego Maradona.

Zola told Palmer that Maradona would force him to practice free-kicks after training sessions, which ultimately helped him develop his skills. Palmer, inspired by Zola's story, promised to start practicing more.

Zola, pleased with Palmer's enthusiasm, expressed his gratitude for the young player's contributions to Chelsea. “Thank you for everything you are doing for my club, I'm looking forward to seeing more,” Zola said.

The exchange between Zola and Palmer highlights the importance of dedication and practice in mastering a skill. It also showcases the admiration and appreciation that Chelsea legends like Zola have for the club's current players.