Jean-Clair Todibo was sent off deep into stoppage time after a heated confrontation broke out moments after Chelsea took a dramatic late lead against West Ham at Stamford Bridge.
VAR review leads to red card amid chaotic scenes
The West Ham defender was shown a straight red card following a VAR review of a mass brawl involving several players from both sides. Referee Anthony Taylor made the decision after consulting the pitch-side monitor.
Tensions flared after West Ham were awarded a late corner, with multiple players clashing near the touchline as tempers boiled over.
The incident quickly escalated, drawing in teammates from both sides as officials and players attempted to restore order.
Goalkeeper Robert Sanchez and several Chelsea defenders were among those who intervened to separate players as the confrontation spilled towards the advertising boards.
VAR reviewed several angles of the incident before Todibo was identified as the only player to be punished, while others involved avoided further sanctions.
Chelsea eventually secured a 3-2 victory, but the dramatic ending overshadowed much of the football played, with the late chaos becoming the defining moment of the match.