Premier League announces controversial referee for Tottenham vs Chelsea clash

The announcement which was made by the body on Tuesday, December 3, 2024, has sparked concerns among the supporters of both sides especially those of Chelsea Football Club. The last time Anthony Taylor was in charge of a game involving the Blues was against Bournemouth which saw the players of both sides receive 14 yellow cards ( six for the Cherries and eight for the Blues).

The major controversial game that involved Chelsea was against Tottenham during the 2021/22 season when Thomas Tuchel and Antonio Conte were in charge of both teams respectively.