John Terry takes a jab at Tottenham while responding to footage of Cole Palmer at Chelsea.

Chelsea legend John Terry took to social media to mock Tottenham after the Blues’ thrilling 4-3 comeback victory.

The former captain, known for his steadfast support of Chelsea, celebrated the dramatic win against their fierce rivals on Sunday, December 8. He was particularly impressed by Cole Palmer’s decisive penalty, which sealed the fourth goal for Chelsea.

Palmer confidently scored a cheeky ‘Panenka’ penalty and later teased Tottenham on social media with the caption “Chippy.” Terry joined in the celebrations, sharing an Instagram story of Palmer’s second penalty, accompanied by laughter emojis and the caption: “Get in. Grab the tequila out. It’s happened again.”

Chelsea’s Comeback Fuels Optimism Among Fans and Players

The victory has reinvigorated belief in Enzo Maresca’s Chelsea squad, narrowing the gap to league leaders Liverpool, managed by Arne Slot, to just four points. Liverpool still holds a game in hand due to the Merseyside derby’s cancellation, leaving fans eagerly awaiting the rescheduled fixture.

This win marks Chelsea’s ninth of the season, solidifying their position as serious contenders alongside Arsenal and Manchester City. Despite this, Maresca remains cautious about title talk, emphasizing the team’s youth and the challenges of managing a large squad. This reality may force players like Carney Chukwuemeka, brought in for his potential, to look elsewhere for opportunities.

After the win, Maresca stated: “To be serious, we are not ready. We are far from these teams, but we focus on day-by-day and trying to improve the team” [BBC Sport]. He highlighted the squad’s progress “on the ball, off the ball, and in terms of results,” noting they are exceeding expectations.

One thing is clear: Chelsea are building momentum and look increasingly poised to challenge Liverpool at the top of the table.