Overview
- The FA opened cases against both clubs for a 95th-minute confrontation during Chelsea’s 3-2 win at Stamford Bridge on Jan. 31.
- The charge states Chelsea failed to prevent improper or provocative behavior, while West Ham are alleged to have allowed improper, provocative or violent conduct.
- Referee Anthony Taylor, after a VAR review, sent off West Ham’s Jean‑Clair Todibo for grabbing Joao Pedro by the neck in stoppage time.
- Both clubs must file written responses by Friday, Feb. 6, with disciplinary outcomes to be determined thereafter.
- Todibo is reported to be facing a three-match suspension that would affect upcoming fixtures.