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Jorginho reveals why James didn’t get hat-trick penalty in Chelsea’s win at Newcastle

Jorginho has sought to explain why he did not step aside and let Reece James take a penalty at Newcastle that could have allowed the Chelsea wing-back to complete a memorable hat-trick.

The Blues found inspiration from the flanks during a trip to St James’ Park, with their first two goals in a 3-0 victory coming from an unexpected source.

James netted an impressive brace to put Thomas Tuchel’s side in control against the Magpies, but offered no argument when an Italy international midfielder stepped up to convert from the spot nine minutes from the end.