Cole Palmer loses court case: Another loss off the football field! | OneFootball

Cole Palmer loses court case: Another loss off the football field! | OneFootball

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·24 September 2025

Cole Palmer loses court case: Another loss off the football field!

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Chelsea star Cole Palmer's attempt to legally own his iconic "icy" celebration has been chilled by an unexpected opponent: a prestigious French winery.


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The 23-year-old's bid to trademark the name "Cold Palmer" was ultimately rejected after Chateau Palmer, a wine estate from Bordeaux's Margaux region, successfully argued that the registration would damage their brand's image. The dispute escalated to a legal battle, but the court ultimately ruled in favor of the winemakers, leaving the footballer unable to secure the trademark for his signature gesture.

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