Premier League Statement Released After Marc Cucurella Sees Red Card Moments After Chelsea Victory
Marc Cucurella experienced a rollercoaster evening during Chelsea’s dramatic 2-1 victory over Brentford at Stamford Bridge.
The Spaniard scored his first goal for the club, helping the Blues secure their seventh consecutive win across all competitions, but was controversially sent off after the final whistle following a heated confrontation with Kevin Schade.
Chelsea first goal by cucurella.
— . (@CFC_Carneyy) December 15, 2024
What a header. pic.twitter.com/oSKW9WS1EI
The Incident
The altercation unfolded moments after full-time, with Cucurella receiving a second yellow card for “adopting an aggressive attitude” during an argument with Schade.
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Referee Paul Tierney also cautioned Schade for his role in the incident, which involved players from both sides. The Premier League later issued a statement confirming the nature of the disciplinary action.
Cucurella got a second yellow for this…. 😂pic.twitter.com/OBk22AlsuU
— The 44 ⚽️ (@The_Forty_Four) December 15, 2024
Cucurella had already been booked late in the match for a dangerous challenge on Brentford’s Fabio Carvalho. The red card means he will now miss Chelsea’s upcoming trip to Everton, adding to his tally of disciplinary issues this season.
A Tale of Contrasts
Despite his dismissal, Cucurella played a key role in the match, scoring Chelsea’s opening goal—his first for the club—before Nicolas Jackson added a second. Brentford’s Bryan Mbeumo scored a late goal to spark tension, but Chelsea held firm to secure all three points, leaving Enzo Maresca’s side second in the Premier League, just two points behind Liverpool.
This isn’t Cucurella’s first brush with controversy this season. Two errors during the recent match against Tottenham allowed Spurs to take an early lead, though Chelsea ultimately turned the game around. Cucurella’s frustrations led him to post—and later delete—a social media image of his boots in the bin.
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Nicolas Jackson’s Reaction
Striker Nicolas Jackson, who scored Chelsea’s second goal, praised the team’s determination despite the late drama:
“Very big win. Not an easy game. They’re a difficult side to play against… We’re just trying to win every game and focus on the next one. I don’t look at the table.”
Cucurella’s Season So Far
This red card marks Cucurella’s second suspension of the campaign, having already missed Chelsea’s 2-1 loss to Liverpool in October after accumulating five yellow cards. His latest ban adds to the challenges for Enzo Maresca, as the team strives to maintain momentum in their title race.
With tensions high and critical fixtures ahead, Chelsea will look to navigate Cucurella’s absence and sustain their impressive run of form.
Premier League Statement Released After Marc Cucurella Sees Red Card Moments After Chelsea Victory
