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Chelsea held to draw by Hull amid VAR controversy in Premier League

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Last updated Sep 15, 2026

Chelsea held to draw by Hull amid VAR controversy in Premier League

Summary

Chelsea faced Hull City in a Premier League match that ended in a 2-2 draw at Stamford Bridge. Xabi Alonso's side continues to struggle defensively, having only three teams conceding more goals in the league. Meanwhile, a controversial VAR decision during the Manchester derby exacerbated frustrations regarding the technology's effectiveness. Nottingham Forest's Liam Delap scored his first goal, showcasing his potential after a rocky start at Chelsea, while Coventry experienced their fourth consecutive loss, putting Frank Lampard under pressure.

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•Chelsea and Hull City drew 2-2 at Stamford Bridge.
•VAR controversy arose from the recent Manchester derby.
•Liam Delap scored for Nottingham Forest in their win against Aston Villa.
•Frank Lampard's Coventry lost 5-0 to Brighton, remaining without points or goals.

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Another Premier League weekend, another round of drama, controversy and questions to answer.VAR is back under the microscope after a controversial Manchester derby, whileXabi Alonso has problems to so...
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