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'Very harsh!' - Chelsea fans angered by Thiago Silva penalty decision in Club World Cup final

Chelsea fans believe referee Chris Beath's decision to award a penalty against Thiago Silva was 'very harsh' in the Club World Cup final versus Brazilian side Palmeiras.

After a rather dull first half, a delicious Callum Hudson-Odoi cross was met by a powerful Romelu Lukaku, who headed home his second goal of this season's Club World Cup.

However, that joy was short-lived as a long-throw from right-wing-back Roche caused havoc in the backline and Silva was adjudged to have handballed his attempted clearance in the 64th minute.

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