A loose touch from the Chelsea No6 allowed for Bobb to win possession high in the visitors’ half and after pushing the ball into space, he was brought down by Colwill.Referee John Brooks immediately brandished a yellow card, though the decision sparked a debate among supporters with some suggesting Colwill should have been sent off as he was the last man.Upon reviewing the incident, Hackett believes the on-field decision was the correct one, insisting Chelsea had a covering defender.“The covering defender influences my agreement,” Hackett said in response on social media.“No red card correct decision.”Verdict: Levi ColwillGettyHe said: “I am very happy for Cole because I have really enjoyed seeing him play with this dynamism, with this freedom, with this responsibility, helping the team, and feeling important.“We need that for the team. If Cole feels this way, we will have a better team and a better Chelsea.Read More“I am happy for him that he enjoyed his game, and you can see that.”
Chelsea get red card review as Levi Colwill escapes punishment for tackle in Fulham win
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