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Fans fume at 'inconsistent' VAR after Hakim Ziyech was sent off in Chelsea's 2-0 loss to Tottenham, only to later have it rescinded by Stuart Atwell... with decision branded 'comical' after string of controversial calls in recent weeks

Fans have shared their anger after a bizarre incident in Chelsea's clash with Tottenham saw Hakim Ziyech sent off, only to be reinstated moments later.

It came after a coming together of players from both sides following a strong challenge, during which Ziyech lashed out at Emerson Royal and appeared to catch him in the face.

Referee Michael Oliver showed the Chelsea man a red card, but later downgraded his verdict to a booking after replays showed he had shoved Royal in the shoulder and caught him in the face by accident.