BASSETERRE, ST. KITTS (JULY 16, 2025) – Chelsea and England footballer, Cole Palmer, arrived to a hero’s welcome in St. Kitts final evening, recent from lifting the trophy along with his fellow Chelsea crew mates on the FIFA Membership World Cup closing in New York on Sunday.
The Caribbean island holds a particular place in Palmer’s coronary heart, because the birthplace of his grandfather, Sterry Palmer. He proudly wears the flag of St. Kitts and Nevis – alongside the England flag – on his soccer boots to honour his household’s roots. The gesture has delighted Kittitians, who’ve taken Palmer into their hearts, along with his “chilly” objective celebration copied by schoolchildren throughout the island.
The Deputy Prime Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis, Dr. Hon. Geoffrey Hanley, and the Minister of Tourism, Hon. Marsha T. Henderson, have been available to greet the soccer star on arrival on the airport and, alongside a troupe of conventional Masquerade performers, Palmer and his household got an genuine Kittitian welcome.
The journey, which marks the primary time the23-year-old has visited St. Kitts, is a chance for Palmer to discover thelush and enchanting island along with his father and grandfather, in a particular second for the household.
Cole Palmer stated: “Touchdown in St. Kitts off the again of successful the Membership World Cup felt actually particular. It’s the place my grandad’s love for soccer began. The island’s lovely and actually chilled. I can’t wait to discover the mountains, rainforest and sea – and to check out the meals!”
The Prime Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis, Hon. Dr Terrance Drew stated: “Cole Palmer’s go to to St. Kitts and Nevis is a strong reminder of the energy and pleasure of our diaspora. His presence and mentorship will encourage the following era to imagine that international success is feasible, irrespective of the place you come from. We’re proud to welcome him residence and deeply grateful for his dedication to our younger individuals and to the event of sports activities in our Federation.”
The Minister of Tourism for St. Kitts and Nevis, Hon. Marsha T. Henderson, stated: “It’s an honour to welcome Cole Palmer and his household to St. Kitts. The Palmers have already got a particular connection to the island and that can solely develop as they spend time exploring our lush rainforests, picturesque mountains and gorgeous waters, and savouring our wealthy tradition and delicacies.
“After Cole’s heroic efficiency on the FIFA Membership World Cup, St. Kitts is the right place to take pleasure in a calming break and reconnect with household – vibrant but uncrowded, with a vibe that may be a mixture of journey and zen. We hope this would be the first of many visits for him.”
Sourced: St Kitts Tourism
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