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Thomas Tuchel gives backing to Anthony Taylor as referee faces first Chelsea game since sparking furious reaction from coach by sending off Reece James against Liverpool

Thomas Tuchel insists he has faith in Anthony Taylor as the referee takes charge of Chelsea just seven weeks after sparking an angry reaction with a red card for Reece James at Liverpool.

The dismissal of James for handling on the goal line, when a shot deflected off his leg and onto his arm, prompted Blues fans to launch an online petition to get him banned from officiating their games.

More than 80,000 signed it but Tuchel steered clear of conspiracy theories.

Thomas Tuchel played down Chelsea's previous experience with referee Anthony Taylor
Referee Taylor sparked fury rom Chelsea for sending off Reece James against Liverpool

Referee Taylor sparked fury rom Chelsea for sending off Reece James against Liverpool

'I trust in the referees,' said the Chelsea boss.