Enzo Fernandez involved in mass brawl with Lionel Messi as Chelsea get worst-case injury scenario

Your Chelsea Morning Digest on Saturday, November 18.

Everton points deduction

The Premier League has made an unprecedented decision to deduct 10 points from Everton with immediate effect after the club breached financial rules. The long-awaited decision was confirmed in a statement from the league on Friday. The independent Commission concluded that a sporting sanction in the form of a 10-point deduction should be imposed due to Everton FC’s PSR Calculation for the relevant period resulting in a loss of £124.5 million, exceeding the threshold permitted under the PSRs.

Everton has announced its intention to appeal the punishment, but the decision serves as a warning as they are also under investigation for alleged misdeeds during Roman Abramovich’s tenure. Read the full story here.

Fernandez in a brawl

Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez was involved in a heated affair between Argentina and Uruguay. The world champions lost for the first time in nearly 12 months, going down 2-0. The game was full of early tension, leading to a mass brawl after a tackle on Lionel Messi. Allegations have emerged that led to a confrontation between players from both teams.

Read the full story, here.

Gallagher worry

England manager Gareth Southgate admitted that Conor Gallagher arrived with a niggle ahead of the penultimate Euro 2024 qualifier against Malta on Friday. The 23-year-old has been a key player for Chelsea this season, but his fitness is a concern for both club and country. Southgate praised Gallagher’s determination and mentality, but his injury could impact his availability for upcoming games.

Read the full story, here.