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Chelsea midfielder avoids booking for Chapecoense tribute

Chelsea loanee Nathan escaped punishment for taking off his jersey during Vitesse's 3-1 win over PEC Zwolle, due to the referee respecting his Chapecoense tribute.

The Brazilian native, who is currently on loan at Eredivise outfit Vitesse, scored his side's third goal before unveiling a t-shirt with Chapecoense's club crest on it, paying respect to the 71 passengers who lost their lives as the club travelled to Colombia for the Copa Sudamericana final.

Referee Jochem Kamphuis explained his decision after the game, stating why he went against the rulebook which should have seen him produce a yellow card because Nathan removed his shirt.