Cole Palmer comments on falling asleep during England's World Cup match
ESPN Soccer • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 9:08 AM
Last updated Jul 31, 2026
Cole Palmer indicated he watched England's World Cup match against Mexico but fell asleep at halftime. This revelation follows his absence from the 26-man squad for the tournament. Palmer's comments draw attention to the depth of England's roster and highlight the competitive nature of selections. England's performance in the World Cup continues to be a focal point for fans and analysts alike.
- •Cole Palmer watched England's World Cup game against Mexico.
- •He fell asleep at halftime during the match.
- •Palmer was left off the 26-man squad for the tournament.
- •His statements highlight challenges in national team selections.
- 9:46 AMESPN Soccer — 'I fell asleep': Palmer on watching England at WC
"Cole Palmer has said he did watch England at the World Cup after his 26-man squad snub -- but fell asleep at halftime of the game against Mexico.
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