After Chelsea’s 4-1 defeat to Liverpool, Moises Caicedo and Enzo Fernandez, members of the Chelsea duo, have chosen to deactivate their X/Twitter accounts due to the abusive messages they received following the match
The Premier League leaders dominated Mauricio Pochettino’s team at Anfield, prompting reprehensible comments on social media, leading the players to take the step of removing themselves from the platform.
Chelsea’s Moises Caicedo and Enzo Fernandez delete Twitter/X accounts after receiving abuse from club’s fans
Enzo Fernandez and Caicedo both deactivated their Twitter accounts 😔 pic.twitter.com/nZY5IQ2JTx
— Boyfrom0hio🕷️• (@Boyfrom0hio) February 3, 2024
Despite being questioned by media, Chelsea refrained from providing any comments on the matter.
Fans Reaction
In response to the deactivation of their profiles, a Chelsea fan empathized, stating, “Probably don’t want to keep seeing their own fans hate, don’t blame them.” Another expressed sadness over the situation, saying, “So sad. Get so much abuse for nothing.”
Meanwhile, a third individual highlighted the need to distinguish between criticism and hate, emphasizing the players’ importance to the club. Another fan expressed disbelief at the level of negativity within the fanbase.
With Enzo Fernandez and Caicedo both deactivating twitter tonight, it’s important to remember that at the end of the day players are human beings just like us and do not deserve all the abuse directed at them. Football is just a game.
Spread kindness, not hate. pic.twitter.com/p7Vq0xd1wm
— CFCDigest (@CFCDigest) February 2, 2024
Chelsea’s Currently in 10th Place
Chelsea, currently positioned in 10th place in the Premier League, face challenges as they sit 13 points behind the top four. The defeat to Liverpool followed a three-game winning streak, and fans are hoping for improvement in upcoming fixtures against Wolves and in the FA Cup fourth-round replay against Aston Villa.
The defeat to Liverpool marked Chelsea’s first in league action since Christmas Eve. Despite wins over Crystal Palace, Luton Town, and Fulham, the team has struggled to climb the league table.
Chelsea Set to Face Liverpool During Carabao Cup
However, an upcoming Carabao Cup clash against Liverpool presents an opportunity for a turnaround. The match will be the third encounter between the two teams this season, and a victory could significantly impact Chelsea’s fortunes.
Jurgen Klopp and Mauricio Pochettino, the managers of Liverpool and Chelsea, respectively, have also been rivals in the transfer market. Both clubs pursued players like Romeo Lavia and Moises Caicedo before the duo ultimately chose to join Chelsea.
Klopp subtly commented on Liverpool’s summer transfers, expressing relief and happiness at the outcome. He acknowledged the challenges in acquiring central defensive midfielders but praised the addition of Wataru Endo from Stuttgart, noting the player’s willingness to join Liverpool.