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Rogers defends Palmer's commitment to England amid scrutiny

3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 12, 2026, 11:09 PM

Last updated Nov 12, 2026

Rogers defends Palmer's commitment to England amid scrutiny

Summary

Morgan Rogers, a Chelsea teammate of Cole Palmer, criticized suggestions that Palmer lacks commitment to the England national team. Following Rogers' goal in England's recent 2-1 win over Croatia in the UEFA Nations League, he insisted that Palmer is dedicated and eager to represent his country. Palmer, who has faced challenges with injuries and performance under coach Thomas Tuchel, has been absent from recent England squads, including the World Cup. Despite his impressive club performance, Rogers emphasized Palmer's desire to regain his place on the national team, stating that concerns about his commitment are unfounded.

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•Morgan Rogers scored England's opener in a recent Nations League match.
•Rogers states claims about Palmer's commitment to England are "a lie" and "nonsense."
•Palmer was not selected for the recent England camp due to performance issues.
•Despite his struggles, Palmer was named England's men's player of the year for 2023-24.
•Rogers encourages Palmer to manage his physical health for long-term success.

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11:09 PMYahoo Sports — 'A lie' & 'nonsense' - Palmer committed to England, says Rogers
11:09 PMBBC Sport — 'A lie' & 'nonsense' - Palmer committed to England, says Rogers

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