These were moments of great tension in Stamford BridgeOr chelsea there Southampton they faced the frame of Date 24 for the premier league. The Spanish footballer Cesar Azpilicuetacaptain of the Bluesterrified the rest of the players and the public in attendance after he was brutally kicked in the face which resulted in a 10-minute stoppage, medical treatment on the pitch and being stretchered out on oxygen.

It happened in the 73rd minute, as the London side were defending a set ball against. After a cross from the right wing and a few imperfect touches, Azpilicueta went to dispute the ball with French Sekou Marawho attempted a stunt and kicked the Spanish defender hard in the face.

It is a violent impact which is heard in the ambient microphones of the stadium. Azpilicueta he collapsed to the ground and his companions began waving their arms to hasten the admission of medical attention. It was such a strong blow that television decided not to repeat the action. Play was suspended for 10 minutes and the player was taken out on a stretcher.

The exact moment César Azpilicueta was kicked in the face by Sekou Mara (Reuters)
The exact moment César Azpilicueta was kicked in the face by Sekou Mara (Reuters)

Although the experienced player of 33 Years He was wearing a neck brace and there was still shock over what had happened, he appeared to have left the pitch in good condition as you could see him clapping the bleachers from the stretcher to return the love to the fans who were applauding him for his efforts in the action that led to his hit.

As reported in BRAND Radio, Cesar Azpilicueta He is in stable condition in a London hospital pending further medical tests to determine the extent of the injury. An official statement is still awaited chelsea on your health. “Is in hospital. He is conscious and talking to his wife. I hope he is in the best place and they are watching him. We have to take precautions now,” the coach said. Graham Potter at a press conference after the game.

After his eventful exit, the chelsea could not overcome the match and added another defeat: the team of Potter they have managed just three wins in their last 17 games in all competitions (10 losses and four draws) and have gone five games without a win. Players left whistled by fans in Stamford Bridge.

RECAP: CHELSEA 0-1 SOUTHAMPTON

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