The former Blues defender went down injured as Willian skipped past him to set up the eighth-minute opening goal for Olivier Giroud. Cahill was immediately replaced and the Blues went on to secure a 3-2 win over Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park. I think any team would continue in that situation. Palace made it a thriller with a first-half screamer from Wilfried Zaha and a rare goal from Christian Benteke. But I’m pleased.”Eagles boss Roy Hodgson was asked whether the Blues should have stopped play as Cahill went down.

Source: Daily Mirror July 07, 2020 20:47 UTC