Chelsea star Moises Caicedo has received a straight red card for a horror tackle on Mikel Merino during Sunday's Premier League clash with Arsenal at Stamford Bridge.
The Ecuador international lunged in with his studs showing, with both players then lying injured on the turf.
Caicedo was initially shown a yellow, with the former Brighton star looking surprised.
However, after officials in the VAR studio called on referee Jonathan Moss to go to the monitor, the decision was then upgraded to a red.
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Caicedo was seen pleading his innocence, with the former Brighton star adamant that he should have been allowed to stay on the pitch.
Contrastingly, Arsenal staff sitting in the dugout were livid - with Mikel Arteta leading the calls for the Chelsea midfielder to be sent off.
In the end, Moss decided to upgrade his decision - and pundits working for the BBC and Sky Sports were adamant it was the right call.
Moisés Caicedo has been SENT OFF for this challenge on Mikel Merino 🟥 pic.twitter.com/02bxHYVYth
— Sky Sports Premier League (@SkySportsPL) November 30, 2025
Former Chelsea star Pat Nevin said: "I was watching the Copa Libertadores final last night, there was a very similar challenge and I couldn't believe the referee didn't go for the red card.
"We thought he had got away with one there - but he was out of control, the ball was miles away and the challenge was awful.
"Something like that could break your ankle."
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And former Arsenal star Alan Smith said on Sky: "He's been so fired up out there, as if he's wanted to prove a point, maybe win that battle with Declan Rice.
"He's been all over the shop making tackles, but that was the worst and a dangerous one."
Caicedo even attempted to storm onto the pitch, with the fourth official forced to intervene and send him down the tunnel.
Five facts about the Premier League | PA/GETTY/REUTERS/GBNEWSFor Chelsea, their star man's red card represents a substantial blow.
They have been ticking along well this season and, in the past eight days, have overcome Burnley and Barcelona.
They were particularly impressive against Barcelona in the Champions League, running out 3-0 winners with youngster Estevao upstaging Lamine Yamal.
Moises Caicedo was sent down the tunnel by the fourth official during Sunday's Premier League showdown between Chelsea and Arsenal
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But they've now got their work cut out against an Arsenal side hunting a first league title since the days of Arsene Wenger back in 2004.
The Gunners have been nothing short of sensational all season long and have beaten Tottenham and Bayern Munich already this week.
Only time will tell whether they're able to capitalise on Caicedo's dismissal and secure all three points at the home of their fierce rivals.