A Leeds fan has been taken to hospital after reportedly falling from the top tier of the stand at Stamford Bridge on Wednesday.
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Fan treated by medics at Stamford BridgeLeeds supporter reportedly fell celebratingHas since been rushed to hospitalWHAT HAPPENED?
The supporter is said to have fallen from the top tier at the Shed End of the stadium while celebrating Mateo Joseph's opening goal for Leeds. He was treated by medics on the scene before being taken out of the stands on a stretcher and has since been taken to hospital.
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Leeds took the lead just eight minutes into the fifth-round tie before Nicolas Jackson lashed home the equaliser. Mykhailo Mudryk then went on to give the home team the lead after a cut-back from winger Raheem Sterling. However, Leeds managed to pull level just before the hour mark thanks to another goal from Joseph.
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Chelsea's struggles against Leeds add to a difficult period for the Blues. Mauricio Pochettino's men played out a 1-1 draw against reigning European and English champions Manchester City before losing to Liverpool in the Carabao Cup final on Sunday.
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There will be concern over the fan's health until there is an update. On the pitch, Mauricio Pochettino will be hoping to fire his team up when they take on Brentford in the Premier League this weekend. The Blues have fallen to 11th place in the Premier League.