Four Chelsea Stars Make History, Earn Spots In Guinness World Records 2027 Edition

Four Chelsea football stars, Cole Palmer, Estevão Willian, Hannah Hampton and Manaka Matsukubo, have earned places in the Guinness World Records Football Edition 2027 following their remarkable achievements in men’s and women’s football.

The quartet received their official certificates and copies of the publication during a special presentation at Chelsea’s Cobham Training Centre ahead of the book’s official launch.

The presentation was conducted by Guinness World Records adjudicator Will Munford, who visited the club’s training facility to celebrate the players’ inclusion in the Class of ’27, which recognises some of the outstanding emerging talents in world football.

According to Bush Radio Academy, Palmer secured his place in the record book after setting the Premier League record for the fastest perfect hat-trick from kick-off.

The England international achieved the remarkable feat on April 15, 2024, during Chelsea’s 6-0 victory over Everton, scoring three goals with his left foot, head and right foot within just 29 minutes.

Palmer accomplished the achievement during his debut season at Stamford Bridge, finishing the campaign with 22 goals and 10 assists. His impressive performances also earned him the Premier League Young Player of the Season award.

He subsequently strengthened his reputation on the international stage by winning the Golden Ball at the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, where Chelsea emerged as champions.

Meanwhile, Brazilian youngster Estevão Willian was recognised as the youngest recipient of his country’s prestigious Bola de Ouro award.

The Chelsea winger was just 17 years and 229 days old when he received the honour following an impressive breakthrough season with Palmeiras. Previous recipients of the award include Brazilian football legends Ronaldinho and Neymar.

Chelsea goalkeeper Hannah Hampton also earned a place in the publication after becoming the youngest goalkeeper to reach 100 appearances in the Women’s Super League.

The England international achieved the milestone at the age of 23 years and 353 days during Chelsea’s encounter with Everton on November 3, 2024.

Hampton played an important role in Chelsea’s unbeaten 2024/25 Women’s Super League campaign, which ended with the club securing another league title.

She also helped England successfully defend their European Championship title in 2025, producing crucial penalty saves during consecutive shootouts.

Her outstanding performances were further recognised when she won the inaugural women’s Yashin Trophy at the 2025 Ballon d’Or awards.

Completing Chelsea’s historic quartet is Japanese midfielder Manaka Matsukubo, who earned recognition after becoming the youngest player to score a hat-trick in the National Women’s Soccer League.

Matsukubo set the record at 21 years and 81 days after scoring three goals for North Carolina Courage against Bay FC. She secured her place in the Guinness World Records Class of ’27 before completing her transfer to Chelsea from the American club.

The Guinness World Records Football Edition 2027 will also recognise other rising football talents, including Barcelona sensation Lamine Yamal and United States international Trinity Rodman.

The latest publication features a review of the 2026 FIFA World Cup alongside hundreds of new records celebrating outstanding achievements and milestones across men’s and women’s football.

The recognition represents another significant achievement for Chelsea, with four of its players receiving global recognition for their exceptional contributions to the sport.