‘Levi Colwill is a disgrace’ – Fans fume at ‘foolish’ Chelsea duo after they hit back
Levi Colwill found the net in Chelsea’s dominant 4-0 win over Southampton, but it was his celebration that had fans talking.
Chelsea cruised to victory at Stamford Bridge on 25 February, with goals from Christopher Nkunku, Pedro Neto, Colwill, and Marc Cucurella sealing a much-needed three points.
However, the match wasn’t without controversy, as former PGMOL chief Keith Hackett exclusively told Football Insider that Neto should face a ban for simulation following a contentious moment in the game.
Colwill has been criticised by Chelsea fans recently but scored the third goal and marked the moment with a gesture toward his ears. While the team celebrated the emphatic win, some Chelsea fans took issue with the defender’s reaction, with many questioning his decision to respond to critics in such a manner.
Levi Colwill under fire for inconsistent Chelsea performances
The 22-year-old defender has struggled to impress this season, making a series of mistakes that have led Chelsea fans to urge Enzo Maresca to drop Colwill from the starting lineup.
Despite these disappointing displays, he has been a trusted option for Maresca in the league, racking up 25 appearances for the side.
Injuries to defenders such as Benoit Badiashile and Wesley Fofana have allowed him to maintain his position, but Chelsea supporters are excited by Fofana’s return from a hamstring injury that initially threatened to sideline him for the entire season.
If Fofana can regain his fitness, Colwill may find himself rotated more frequently. However, with Trevoh Chalobah recently joining the injury list, he may remain a necessity in the squad.
| Stats against Southampton | Levi Colwill |
| Minutes played | 90+ |
| Goals | 1 |
| Clearances | 2 |
| Tackles | 2 |
| Interceptions | 2 |
Chelsea fans slam Levi Colwill after controversial celebration
Colwill’s recent errors have cost Chelsea dearly, with the team winning only three of their last ten Premier League matches.
While the Blues have moved up to fourth in the league, they face fierce competition from Manchester City and Newcastle, who are just two points behind with a game in hand.
The team’s current form has dampened spirits among supporters, as it looked like the side were in for a title challenge earlier in the season.
Following Colwill’s goal celebration, fans took to social media to voice their frustrations, with one calling him a “disgraceful player” and another stating, “this is the problem” highlighting their discontent with the defender’s attitude amidst the club’s struggles.