Leyton Orient striker Ollie Palmer has fired back at critics after a strong performance against Swindon Town in a pre-season friendly. The 34-year-old was a second-half substitute in the match, which Swindon lost to Bristol City over the weekend. Some fans on social media had criticized Palmer for being overweight and not performing well in the match, with one fan saying he "looks like he belongs at a Charity Match". However, Palmer took to social media to hit back at his critics, joking about his fitness and saying that he was still "pulling the strings" despite wearing a XXXXL shirt.
What happened?
Palmer was involved in both goals for Swindon, playing an excellent pass through for Louis Millard's goal and holding the ball up and turning in the build-up to Matty Virtue's. His display was praised by Swindon manager Ian Holloway, who said that Palmer had played a key role in both goals.
Why it matters for Leyton Orient
Palmer's performance is a boost for Leyton Orient ahead of the new season, which is just around the corner. The club is currently 20th in League One, 52 points behind leaders Lincoln, and will be looking to improve their form in the coming weeks. With Palmer in good shape and scoring goals, Leyton Orient will be a team to watch in the league.
What comes next?
Leyton Orient's next fixture is against Doncaster at home on February 27, 2027, and will be looking to build on Palmer's strong performance. The club will be hoping to get more goals from their striker and improve their overall form in the league.
Goals this season
Leyton Orient have scored 59 goals this season, but have conceded 71, leaving them with a -12 goal difference. The club will be looking to improve their defensive record and get more goals from their strikers.
League standing
Leyton Orient are currently 20th in League One, 52 points behind leaders Lincoln, and will be looking to improve their form in the coming weeks. The club will be hoping to get more wins and improve their league standing.
Title race
Leyton Orient are 51 points behind leaders Lincoln in the title race, and will be looking to close the gap in the coming weeks. The club will be hoping to get more wins and improve their league standing.
Next fixture
Leyton Orient's next fixture is against Doncaster at home on February 27, 2027, and will be looking to build on Palmer's strong performance. The club will be hoping to get more goals from their striker and improve their overall form in the league.
