Tottenham star Cristian Romero sets record straight over Enzo Fernandez and Chelsea red card

Tottenham starCristian Romero insists there is no issue between himself and Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez on international duty following on from the defender's full-blooded challenge on his compatriot earlier this month. It came during a London derby that had all the ingredients for a classic.

Dejan Kulusevski's deflected strike just minutes into the tie had Spurs well on top until the game became chaotic with challenges flying everywhere. That was until Romero's challenge on Fernandez in the box was penalised with a spot kick and a straight red card for the defender.

Chelsea drew level beforeDestiny Udogie was also handed his marching orders and Tottenham were reduced to nine players. Ange Postecoglou refused to be moved from his style though as a high line was deployed and gave the away side plenty of chances they simply couldn't put away.

That kept the Lilywhites firmly in the game, even after going behind with 15 minutes to play as chances for Eric Dier, Rodrigo Bentancur andSon Heung-min went begging. Then in stoppage time, two quick fire finishes put an end to any hope as it ended 4-1 to Chelsea.

It was a first defeat for Spurs in the Premier League, with injuries and suspensions having an impact far beyond the clash itself. Meanwhile for Chelsea it continued a streak of impressive and entertaining performances against the season's early top four candidates.

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A few weeks have passed since then and with the international break now here for the final time this calendar year, players have jetted off to represent their nations. It has seen