According to a report by BBC Sports on November 12, 2026, Chelsea forward Cole Palmer has received his Guinness World Records certificate after setting the record for the fastest perfect hat-trick in Premier League history.

Palmer achieved the remarkable feat during Chelsea's 6-0 victory over Everton at Stamford Bridge on April 15, 2024, when he scored three goals within just 29 minutes to establish a new competition record for the fastest perfect hat-trick from kick-off.

The England international opened the scoring in the 13th minute before doubling Chelsea's advantage with a header five minutes later. He then completed his hat-trick in the 29th minute.

Palmer sealed the record with a cleverly timed finish over Everton goalkeeper Jordan Pickford, who had moved out of his penalty area. His final goal was scored with his right foot, completing a perfect hat-trick, which requires a player to score with both feet and their head.

The achievement saw Palmer surpass the previous record held by former Aston Villa striker Tommy Johnson, who scored a perfect hat-trick in 38 minutes against Wimbledon in 1995.

By completing his treble in just 29 minutes, Palmer broke Johnson's record by nine minutes and helped Chelsea establish their dominance during the first half of the encounter.

The forward also scored four goals in total against Everton, underlining his importance to Chelsea during his first full season at the club.

Palmer's historic performance has now been officially recognised with the presentation of his Guinness World Records certificate.

He continues to hold the Premier League record for the fastest perfect hat-trick from kick-off, having achieved the milestone in just 29 minutes against Everton.