I watched it in the pub. I thought the biggest laugh was Sky trying to stir up some interest in the game, I was about the only one taking any interest. Surprisingly, nobody could even be bothered taking the piss out of us for losing so badly.
The usual crap refereeing, it's become so commonplace now that I can't even be bothered getting angry anymore. A bit of pushing and shoving and Costa gets a yellow card. Fabregas harmlessly kicks a ball at a group of players from about 30 yards and gets a red. Yes, it was a stupid thing to do, but did it really warrant a sending off ?
As Mourinho said afterwards, we just weren't up for this game. Neither the manager or players were motivated, and even the fans who had made the journey didn't care that much. Fair play to West Brom though, they looked a decent side and have a real gem in Berahino.
What can we take from it ? Hazard looked as sharp as ever, Loftus-Cheek gave another assured performance. Costa is still up for a scrap, but he'd probably start a fight with himself playing patience.
The downside, apart from the score...I think £ for £, Cuadrado could turn out to be our worst signing ever. I hope I'm wrong but the way he's playing now some of our young acadamy players must be better. A strong breeze knocks him over !
One game to go, let's celebrate by ending the season in style. I'm sticking my neck out and forcasting a big win, 5-0.