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Chelsea star Moises Caicedo is SENT OFF for reckless challenge on Arsenal's Mikel Merino in feisty London derby

Chelsea suffered a huge first half blow in their Premier League clash against Arsenal on Sunday as Moises Caicedo was sent off for a reckless challenge.

In a feisty start to the game that saw five yellow cards handed out in the early stages, Caicedo was given his marching orders by referee Anthony Taylor just before half-time.

As the Gunners built an attack, Caicedo caught Mikel Merino late after the Spaniard had passed the ball on.

Caicedo's challenge was high and he connected above Merino's ankle with his studs.

Although he initially went unpunished as play continued, a lengthy VAR check then took place.