Kickoff was delayed by 15 minutes after Chelsea’s team bus was slowed getting into Stamford Bridge because of the protests. There was more to celebrate outside the stadium for Chelsea’s fans who had gathered before the match to protest against the club’s decision, first announced late Sunday, to help create a new, closed-off European league for elite clubs. Chelsea and West Ham play each other on Saturday. The point moved Chelsea above West Ham on goal difference and into fourth place, the final Champions League qualification position. Thomas Tuchel’s side was stifled inside Stamford Bridge, barely creating a clear-cut chance against the relegation-threatened visitors who nearly snatched victory in the final 15 minutes as Danny Welbeck struck the post.ĭefender Ben White was sent off in stoppage time for Brighton after collecting a second yellow card. As Chelsea’s ownership climbed down from plans to join a breakaway Super League, the team climbed into the top four of the Premier League with a far-from-impressive 0-0 draw against Brighton on Tuesday.
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