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Arsenal's 5‑0 Demolition of Chelsea sparks fan's viral plea

A fan surprised with a banner at the Arsenal vs. Chelsea match.

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24 April 2024 18:58

Chelsea players endured a tough time in the London derby, where Arsenal handed them a 5-0 loss. A television camera captured a young fan holding a banner that quickly caught the attention of social media users.

Chelsea may be looking enviously at their local rivals. Arsenal not only made it to the quarterfinals of the Champions League but is also in the running for the English Premier League title. As it stands, Chelsea trails Arsenal by a whopping 30 points in the Premier League standings.

The gap between the two teams widened further on Tuesday evening when Arsenal crushed Chelsea 5-0. Among the standout players was Jakub Kiwior, but Kai Havertz, formerly of Chelsea, stole the spotlight by scoring two goals against his old team. Ben White matched Havertz's performance with two goals, and Leandro Trossard added another to the tally.

The match disappointed Chelsea fans, as their team failed to meet their expectations. Among the fans was a young supporter caught on camera holding a banner that quickly spread across social media.

"I don't want your shirt, I want you to fight for ours," the banner read.

This message contrasts with the common scene of young fans asking for players' shirts as souvenirs, so much so that some clubs have prohibited bringing banners to the stadium. This Chelsea fan, however, chose to convey a message of longing for passion and effort from the team rather than a piece of memorabilia.

This gesture surprised many and resonated deeply, reminding everyone that fans crave dedication and spirit. The banner, addressed to the entire team rather than any individual player, has touched hearts with its earnest plea.