Chelsea Fans React To Antonio Conte's Brave Post-Match Watford Decision

Antonio Conte has reacted following his sides devastating defeat at Watford on Monday night.

Chelsea were well and truly beaten at Vicarage Road. The defending English champions had the chance to go above Liverpool following their 2-2 draw with Spurs, though failed to take advantage.

Conte's team were dealt a huge blow early on after being reduced to 10 men. Tiemoue Bakayoko was sent off in the first half after picking up two bookings, and the visitors then went behind following Troy Deeney's penalty.

In the second half, Eden Hazard popped up to score a stunning equaliser.

However, Watford regained the advantage and some. The hosts netted three goals in the space of seven minutes to secure all-three points.

Needless to say, Conte's Chelsea future has been subject to scrutiny.

Conte barks out orders from the touchline. Image: PA

A couple of managers have been linked with the Stamford Bridge hot-seat. But, for the time being, Conte remains in charge of Chelsea, and he's taken action following Monday's nights horror show.

According to Evening Standard's Simon Johnson, the Italian boss has given his players three days off.

It's got Chelsea fans talking.

Chelsea are back in action on Monday night when they host West Brom in the Premier League.

Topics: Football News, Chelsea, Football, Premier League, Antonio Conte

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