Accused of unsportsmanlike conduct, Chelsea launches an investigation

Chelsea is under new waves of criticism following Aston Villa's formal complaint about an unpleasant event that happened near the conclusion of their game at Stamford Bridge.

According to multiple reliable sources from the British media, the London club's management has decided to initiate an internal investigation concerning a plastic bottle thrown toward the away team's technical area immediately after the final whistle.

The match ended with a 2-1 victory for Aston Villa, as Ollie Watkins shone brightly with a brace that helped the visitors stage an impressive comeback. This defeat not only deepens Chelsea's ongoing performance crisis but also damages the reputation of their organization and security management at their home ground.

According to The Telegraph, a plastic water bottle was thrown directly at Aston Villa’s technical bench just after the game finished. As a result, several coaching staff and substitute players of Villa were splashed with water, creating a chaotic and tense scene. One member of the visiting team even pointed towards the suspected source of the bottle, clearly showing frustration.

Initial reports indicate the foreign object seemed to originate from Chelsea’s technical area. However, no official confirmation has been made yet regarding the identity of the thrower or the exact location of the incident. Therefore, Chelsea is expected to cooperate closely with Aston Villa and relevant authorities to clarify the matter.

Sources inside Stamford Bridge reveal that CCTV security footage will likely be extracted and thoroughly reviewed to aid the investigation. If the offender is identified, they could face severe penalties, including long-term stadium bans or harsher sanctions imposed by the league organizers.

For Aston Villa, this victory holds immense significance in the Premier League title race. The three points earned allow Unai Emery’s squad to stay close behind Arsenal by three points and just one point shy of Manchester City in this season's Premier League competition.