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Blues appeal Robben red card

Arjen Robben received a straight red card at The Hawthorns on Saturday
Arjen Robben received a straight red card at The Hawthorns on Saturday

Chelsea have lodged an appeal against Arjen Robben's red card against West Brom.

The Dutch winner was sent off by referee Mark Halsey for a dangerous tackle on Jonathan Greening during the 2-1 win at The Hawthorns.

A Football Association statement said: "Chelsea have notified the FA of their intention to claim for wrongful dismissal in relation to the sending-off of Arjen Robben for serious foul play against West Bromwich Albion on Saturday 4 March. The case will be heard by a disciplinary commission tomorrow."

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