Hes horrible; Chelsea are finished- Ben Chilwell gets slammed on social media after receivi

Ben Chilwell was sent off in Chelsea’s loss in the first-leg of their Champions League quarterfinal against Real Madrid. It was a rather difficult away day for the Blues, with Real Madrid dominating proceedings and coming out comfortable 2-0 winners.

Chilwell pulled Rodrygo back by the shoulder on the edge of the box, and was sent off as a result. Federico Valverde released the Brazilian through on goal after a wonderful clipped pass. The English left-back rashly chose to bring down Rodrygo in order to prevent a goal after both Chelsea fullbacks were beaten. The Real Madrid man was noticeably pleased with French referee Francois Letexier’s decision. In the light of the red card, he rejoiced by high-fiving Federico Valverde and swinging his arms towards the fans.

The sending-off made Chelsea’s job difficult, which was evident during Real Madrid’s second goal. The home side played a short corner, with Vinicius Jr. squaring the ball to the edge of the box and Marco Asensio arrived to slot a first-time finish into the bottom corner through Wesley Fofana’s legs and past Kepa Arrizabalaga’s outstretched hand.

Ben Chilwell will now be suspended for the second leg in London. This is the first straight red card the Englishman has received in his career. It is also the first red card he has received for Chelsea. Interestingly, his only red came when he was shown a second yellow card against Chelsea while playing for Leicester City.

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Fans react to Ben Chilwell being sent off

These Players don't want to play anymore

— Ayikhale (@NSidlabehlezi) April 12, 2023

Cucurella completely loses Rodrygo, doesn't have the athleticism to catch him, Chilwell does and fouls him. Masterclass.

— Chelsea Youth (@chelseayouth) April 12, 2023

He's horrible, can't believe he plays football

— 🇦🇷⭐³ ⚓ (@SantiiCAB_) April 12, 2023

HAHAHAHAHAH MADRID PAID THE REFS

— 🇳🇱 (@BabluMunna2) April 12, 2023

Chelsea will be without Ben Chilwell for the second leg at Stamford Bridge on April 19. The sending-off might make Frank Lampard’s selection headaches easier. Marc Cucurella will now be a guaranteed starter in the second leg. Meanwhile, and Ben Chilwell is likely to feature in the Premier League games on either side of the Champions League tie.

Chelsea faces Brighton and Hove Albion on Saturday in what will undoubtedly be a stern test for the Blues. Brighton is seven points ahead of Chelsea with two games in hand and will be looking to extend that lead. The London club hosts Brentford on April 27 in another tricky home game.