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Chelsea's Lampard defends Rudiger after Mourinho criticism for Son red card

Chelsea boss Frank Lampard has defended Antonio Rudiger's integrity following criticism from Jose Mourinho for his role in Son Heung-Min's red card during the Blues' 2-0 win at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Sunday.

Tottenham forward Son was sent off after kicking out at Rudiger following a VAR check. After the match, Spurs boss Mourinho had suggested Rudiger should "stand up and play."

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