When your team crushes a 6-0 victory, you'd expect nothing but cheers and high-fives, right? Well, not if you're Chelsea fans this week. 😬
Chelsea, once the Premier League's top dogs, finally showed some of that old magic by demolishing Everton. The first half was nothing short of a goal fest, with the Blues storming ahead 4-0. It felt like the glory days were back! 🥳
But just when everything seemed picture-perfect, drama unfolded on the pitch. Around the 60th minute, Chelsea was awarded a penalty. Instead of celebrating, the team was caught in an awkward squabble over who should take the shot. 🤦♂️
Regular penalty taker Cole Palmer, who was on fire with a hat-trick already, was momentarily down on the pitch. The confusion led to an intense debate among teammates, turning a golden moment into a cringe-worthy scene. Talk about shooting yourself in the foot! 🥴
This not-so-pretty episode highlights the chaos that still lurks within Chelsea's ranks. They've shown flashes of brilliance, but consistency and teamwork seem to be missing in action. It's like watching your favorite band play an awesome set, only to start arguing mid-song. Not cool. 🎸❌
Despite the resounding win, this penalty spat left fans and critics wondering if Chelsea can truly reclaim their former glory without ironing out these issues. Here's hoping they sort it out before the next match! 🤞
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How an ugly penalty-taking spat marred Chelsea's 6-0 rout of Everton
cgtn.com
