Furious Emma Hayes

In a tense match against Real Madrid, Chelsea manager Emma Hayes expressed her frustration at two controversial decisions that affected the outcome of the game. Hayes argued that her side was "robbed" of what should have been a 3-1 victory.

Questionable Offside Call

One of the decisions in question was a late offside call on Niamh Charles' volley, despite the Blues ace being clearly onside. Hayes was seen having words with match officials after the 95th-minute goal was disallowed.

Debatable Penalty

Hayes also questioned a late penalty given to Real Madrid, with Jessie Fleming judged to have fouled Athenea del Castillo. However, the challenge was clearly outside the penalty area. Hayes expressed her shock that the officials didn't see this and believed her team was unfairly penalized.

Chelsea's Dominance

Despite the controversial decisions, Hayes felt that Chelsea dominated the game and went 2-1 up. She highlighted the fact that the penalty awarded against her team was actually a free kick. In addition, she emphasized that the disallowed goal by Niamh Charles was legitimate, as the player was clearly onside.

Impending Departure

The match came just after Hayes' appointment as the new USA Women's boss, a role that will make her the highest-paid coach in women's football. Despite the distraction, Hayes expected her team to perform at their best.

Group C Duel

Chelsea's first European game this season ended in a 2-2 draw against Real Madrid. The Spanish hosts took an early lead, but Chelsea fought back with goals from Niamh Charles and Sam Kerr. However, the controversial penalty decision ultimately prevented a victory for the Blues.