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Alvaro Morata Was Booked For A Ridiculous Reason Against Bournemouth

Alvaro Morata Was Booked For A Ridiculous Reason Against Bournemouth

He scored the winner to send Chelsea into the semi-finals.

Josh Lawless

Josh Lawless

Alvaro Morata scored the winning goal as Chelsea reached the Carabao Cup semi-finals courtesy of a 2-1 win over Bournemouth at Stamford Bridge, but will now miss the game against Everton at the weekend after being cautioned in ridiculous fashion.

Eddie Howe's side thought they had forced extra time when Dan Gosling scored a stunning strike from the edge of the area in the 90th minute, but just a minute after, Morata was found by Hazard in the box and netted his 11th goal of the season.

He celebrated the late winner, which sets up a two-legged tie with Arsenal in the next round, by pulling the ball under his top to celebrate his partner's pregnancy.

Images: PA

The referee then brandished a yellow card to the former Real Madrid and Juventus striker, his fifth yellow of the season putting him out of contention for the weekend's trip to Goodison Park to play an Everton side who have turned a corner under Sam Allardyce.

One might argue 'rules are rules' but surely you apply common sense in this situations? It's not as if he's celebrated in front of the opposition fans or lifted up his top fully, after all.

The nature of the booking has angered many on social media. Here are some of the reactions:

At least he's got a bit of extra time to get some last-minute Christmas presents, I guess!

Featured Image Credit: PA

Topics: Chelsea, Football, Alvaro Morata, Everton, bournemouth