De Zerbi faces another ban after hitting out at another referee after Chelsea loss

The 44-year-old head coach of the Seagulls caused a stir in November when he revealed that he dislikes “80 per cent of English referees” following his booking and Mahmoud Dahoud’s dismissal in a 1-1 draw with Sheffield United.

And after Brighton’s 2-1 loss at Stamford Bridge on Wednesday, after his team was denied what he believed to be a penalty, De Zerbi took aim at Salisbury.

The Italian remarked, “I think we played a very good second half and the second part of the first half as well,” in an interview with BBC Sport. We are aware of Chelsea’s attributes.

“I believe we gave it our all, and we still have one more game to secure a top-10 spot. The supporters have understood everything, as it has been a really difficult season. We have competed well, but we have paid a price because we have lost far too many games at home, particularly in the early going of the season.

“I believe that today’s penalty was evident. However, the level of the referees is the issue, not VAR. I wasn’t pleased with the referee’s performance today. However, I commit more errors than the referee.

“Although I am glad for this season, I apologize for my disappointment and wish we had competed in a better manner. The following season, we

De Zerbi, whose contract with Brighton expires in the summer of 2026, is scheduled to discuss his future with owner Tony Bloom. Although he has been linked to leaving the club in recent months, he has emphasized that he likes it and wants to stay.

Two weeks ago, he said on Sky Sports, “We’re going to talk to Tony. I suppose my affection for my teammates makes me want to stay in Brighton. This city is my favorite. I adore my supporters and my club.

“I said in the meeting with the fans, if I’m happy, there isn’t any club can bring myself to change a team but I want to keep my passion always.”

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