West Ham recorded a memorable 2-1 victory over Chelsea last night in a game which may have seen the reigning champions beginning to implode.
Mauro Zarate’s half-volley had the Hammers ahead early, although the travelling fans were frustrated by a goal-line clearance and a Cesc Fabregas chance on goal with was pulled back for offside.
Tempers at Upton Park would explode just before halftime when Nemanja Matic was sent-off for a second bookable offence, the ensuing chaos immediately seeing John Terry, Cesc Fabregas and Diego Costa given yellow cards, while assistant coach Silvino Louro was dismissed for protesting the decision. The drama continued into the break, however, as Mourinho would reappear in the stands himself, some reports stating he attempted to enter the referee’s room during the interval.
Although a valiant 10-man effort drew the Blues back level through Gary Cahill, the mounting pressure from the hosts saw Andry Carroll nod home the winner in the 79th minute.
Much of the post-match discussion was devoted to Mourinho’s antics during the match and his immediate future at the Chelsea helm following a fifth defeat of the season, while West Ham supporters were overjoyed with their first victory over a team managed by the ‘Special One’ in nine attempts.
Here is what Twitter had to say following the result:
Chelsea’s season in a picture. pic.twitter.com/QBExmEYsxb
— Mourinholic (@Mourinholic) October 24, 2015
Mourinho SENT OFF ?? pic.twitter.com/rwkQokUqVX
— Fergie’s Fledglings™ (@RedDevilTimes) October 24, 2015
Why is there only Willian turning up every game? #cfc #Chelsea #WHUCHE
— Rob (@rob_cfc) October 24, 2015
The way Moyes is trending, hope he isn’t the one to take over from Mourinho? #EPL #WHUCHE #CFC #Chelsea
— Jide Ekunseitan (@jiggoonline) October 24, 2015
I think its about time that #Mourinho should start blaming himself & his players rather tham moan about poor referee decisions! #WHUCHE #BPL
— Khan (@CashefElias) October 24, 2015
6 months back, it was” who will beat #Chelsea.” But now its “who can they beat.” #WHUCHE
— aadi (@adilsoumi) October 24, 2015
West Ham have beaten Man city, Liverpool and Arsenal! So what is the big deal if they add Chelsea to the list #WHUCHE
— Mfon Abel Ekene (@mfonabel) October 24, 2015
Chelsea #CFC #WHUCHE Jose Mourinho ????? pic.twitter.com/F8dojPkYcQ
— Jaipi (@jaipi2ndjan) October 24, 2015
Hawkeye, the ref, FA or Wenger this time? #WHUCHE pic.twitter.com/1UggGajj5C
— Mikko (@_K_Mikko) October 24, 2015
Mourinho at halftime today. I bet he claims he was just looking to borrow a pen. #WHUCHE pic.twitter.com/F6d3PMRyL0
— Jordan Cooper (@blenderhd) October 24, 2015
IRONS! #WHUCHE#COYIpic.twitter.com/ziSY4XViQ5
— Jay Thomas (@JayThomas12) October 24, 2015
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