“This is so unacceptable, we have to take this issue to the FA” — Chelsea manager Pochettino expresses dissatisfaction with the recent choice made concerning Chelsea after Raheem Sterling was Fouled
Chelsea supporters shout, “Refereeing finished,” as Raheem Sterling is denied a penalty with no video assistant.
After Raheem Sterling’s cry for a penalty was disregarded by VAR, Chelsea supporters were incensed.
Fans of the Blues poured outrage on Twitter, with one ARSENAL fan even saying that it ought to have been called.
“When I’m signalling a Chelsea penalty, you know the refereeing is over.”
The incident happened in the midst of Chelsea’s first-ever defeat in four games across all competitions, a 2-0 loss to local rivals Brentford.
Sterling raced to catch hold of Cole Palmer’s wonderful cross as it floated into the box.
Then Mads Roerslev, who didn’t try to play the ball, appeared to shove the English winger from behind.
After a brief investigation, VAR also dismissed the penalty appeal, despite the protests of the home crowd.
In the first half, Mauricio Pochettino clashed with a spectator who insulted Nicolas Jackson as the Blues huffed andpuffed but were unable to generate another clear-cut opportunity.
Even though Chelsea possessed 70% of the ball at home, Ethan Pinnock punished them an hour later with a spectacular header.
The massive defender made a goal for Brentford with a header just inside the six-yard area after arriving late at the back post.
Robert Sanchez stepped forward for a corner, and Bryan Mbeumo slotted into an empty net as the Blues continued to struggle in the final third and were punished for trying to chase a late equaliser.
