“Send Khabib to dressing room”- Fans troll Chelsea as UFC legend Khabib Nurmagomedov watches The Blues’ sixth straight defeat in Premier League

Khabib Nurmagomedov was among the high-profile spectators at Stamford Bridge as Chelsea FC endured another disappointing night in the Premier League. The former UFC champion watched from a VIP box as Chelsea suffered a 3-1 defeat to Nottingham Forest. The result extended Chelsea’s losing streak and deepened concerns among fans. Khabib, known for his love of football, became a talking point during the match.

The Russian MMA icon, who has attended several big matches in recent years, was clearly visible during the game at Stamford Bridge. Sitting behind former Chelsea defender Thiago Silva, Khabib kept a low profile but could not escape attention. Fans quickly noticed his presence and reacted online as Chelsea’s struggles continued in front of their home crowd.

Khabib Nurmagomedov in attendance as Chelsea’s crisis deepens

Khabib Nurmagomedov’s appearance added extra buzz to an already tense evening. The former champion, who retired from MMA in 2020 and later moved into coaching, is known to enjoy top-level football. He has attended major games across Europe, including Champions League fixtures.

However, the focus quickly shifted to Chelsea’s poor performance. Nottingham Forest stunned the home side with a confident display. Taiwo Awoniyi scored twice, while Igor Jesus added a penalty. Chelsea managed only one goal in response and looked shaky throughout the match.

Fans on social media reacted strongly, especially after spotting Nurmagomedov in the stands. One wrote on X, "I expect Khabib will slap everyone before the second half.” Another said, “Brighton Hire an MMA Coach to defend set pieces. Chelsea two days later”. A third added, “Even Khabib didn’t beat people like this.”

Some Chelsea supporters even joked about using the MMA legend to motivate the team. One fan remarked, “Can we send Khabib into the Chelsea dressing room at half-time, please?” Another chimed in, “He should carry all our players to Dagestan and forget".

The defeat marked Chelsea’s sixth straight loss in the league. It is one of their worst runs in recent years. Pressure is increasing on the squad and management as the season nears its end.

Meanwhile, Nottingham Forest moved five points clear of the relegation zone. Their victory could prove crucial in their fight to stay in the Premier League.

Chelsea will now look to bounce back in their next match. They face a tough challenge against Liverpool FC at Anfield




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