FANS want Reece James banned for an additional match after finding out the incredible excuse being given for his red card against Brighton.
The Chelsea captain lasted 19 minutes in just his second game since returning from injury before he was sent off against the Seagulls last month.
James, 24, was fouled by Joao Pedro and then saw red as he lashed out, kicking the Brazilian as he ran past.
Chelsea appealed the red card and came up with a bizarre justification to try and get the defender's ban overturned.
According to the Daily Mail, the club claim James was disorientated after being fouled by Pedro.
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Chelsea add: "It had not been his intention to harm Mr Pedro, he was simply pushing him away with his foot."
James missed the final game of the season against Bournemouth so has already served one game of his four-match ban, which was upped from the usual three as his red card against Brighton was his second of the season.
But fans want the ban to be increased as they believe the grounds used for appeal are ridiculous.
One supporter reacted saying: "Should get an extra game for stupid appeals like that."
Another added: "Why appeal? It was a clear red card offense."
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A third wrote: "They should even add an extra for appealing."
And another commented: "Why did he appeal for his stupidity."
