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Chelsea hit with double FA charge as Thomas Tuchel's side are accused of 'failing to control their players' against Liverpool after arguing against Reece James' red card for handball

Chelsea has until Friday to respond to two charges from the Football Association of being unable to control their players during the 1-1 draw at Liverpool.

Thomas Tuchel's side were left furious at the decision to send off Reece James following a handball on the line.

Referee Anthony Taylor went over to the video assistant review monitor and immediately elected to show James a straight red card which, the FA allege, led to arguments with Chelsea players that extended beyond the half-time whistle.

Sadio Mane's shot bounced off Reece James' right thigh and onto his arm before it was cleared
Referee Anthony Taylor showed a straight red and Chelsea's players were furious at the official

Referee Anthony Taylor showed a straight red and Chelsea's players were furious at the official

In a statement the FA said: 'Chelsea FC has been charged with two breaches of FA Rule E20.