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Hiddink backs Costa after tunnel incident

Diego Costa punched the tunnel after enduring a frustrating night as Chelsea drew 2-2 with West Brom.

Chelsea interim manager Guus Hiddink said he has no plans to curb Diego Costa's aggression, despite the striker's actions Wednesday.

Costa endured a frustrating outing as Chelsea and West Brom played out a 2-2 draw at Stamford Bridge, with the Spanish hothead venting his annoyance by punching the tunnel at full time.

The 27-year-old's actions came after a number of running clashes throughout the contest, namely against Claudio Yacob and goalkeeper Boaz Myhill.

But Hiddink leapt to the defense of Costa when asked if the player's behavior had crossed the line.