Premier League responds as Bournemouth’s Brooks avoids red card for hair pull on Chelsea’s Cucurella
Chelsea were left frustrated after Bournemouth’s David Brooks escaped a red card for pulling Marc Cucurella’s hair during their dramatic 2-2 Premier League clash.
The incident occurred shortly after Justin Kluivert equalized for the visitors.
As Chelsea launched a counter-attack, Cucurella ran down the left flank but was brought down by Brooks, who appeared to grab his hair in the process.
The Spaniard fell to the ground clutching his face, prompting a VAR review.
Replays confirmed contact off the ball, and referee Robert Jones reviewed the footage.
Despite the apparent severity, Jones issued only a yellow card, a decision that led to outrage among Chelsea supporters.
The Premier League Match Centre later clarified the decision, stating the incident did not meet the threshold for violent conduct.
The match later ended 2-2 , with Reece James’ last minute free-kick proving decisive for the hosts who have now gone five matches without a win.
