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Mike Dean says Chelsea star should have been sent off against Everton

Former Premier League referee Mike Dean believes Morgan Rogers should have been sent off during Everton’s 2-0 defeat to Chelsea at Hill Dickinson Stadium. Rogers was already on a yellow card when he challenged James Garner shortly before half-time, with…

Published: Sunday, 18 October 2026 at 9:00 AM
Mike Dean says Chelsea star should have been sent off against Everton
Key Things to Know
  • Mike Dean stated that Morgan Rogers should have received a red card for tackling James Garner.
  • Referee Paul Tierney and VAR took no action against Rogers, who was already on a yellow card.
  • Chelsea defeated Everton 2-0 following two second-half goals scored by Pedro Neto.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Former Premier League referee Mike Dean stated that Chelsea's Morgan Rogers should have received a straight red card during Everton's 2-0 defeat at Hill Dickinson Stadium. Rogers, who was already on a yellow card, caught James Garner with his studs near the knee before half-time, but referee Paul Tierney and VAR did not issue a dismissal.

While former Everton defender Joleon Lescott considered the challenge fair, Everton manager David Moyes questioned the decision. Chelsea capitalized on remaining at full strength, securing the victory courtesy of two second-half goals scored by Pedro Neto.

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