Thiago Silva engages in a verbal exchange with displeased Chelsea supporters following the Carabao Cup defeat to Middlesbrough.

Thiago Silva engages in a confrontation with discontented Chelsea away fans after the team’s 1-0 loss to Middlesbrough in the Carabao Cup semi-final at Riverside on Tuesday. ARA

Despite controlling the majority of possession, Chelsea’s three-match winning streak concluded, leading to disappointment among the fans.

Following the final whistle, a portion of the away supporters expressed their disappointment with boos. Thiago Silva then appeared to have a cordial conversation with a group of fans, even high-fiving one before leaving, suggesting a positive interaction.

Despite Chelsea making 18 attempts on goal, only five were on target, with Cole Palmer squandering two clear-cut opportunities. While certain players headed directly to the tunnel post-match, others, including Silva, took a moment to applaud the fans, recognizing their discontent.

Silva, acknowledging the unfavorable response, engaged in a conversation with a group situated near the lower part of the stand before departing. Some fans expressed their support with cheers, while others persisted in expressing their discontent.

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Armando Broja, Adam Gilchrist, and Levi Colwill were observed applauding the fans, and Broja also checked on Silva.

Former Chelsea striker Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink emphasized the players’ responsibility to address concerns, stating on Sky Sports, “They have to approach the fans; of course, they are not going to be pleased.

But you always go to the fans, and you must ensure that in the next game, we rectify things.

Middlesbrough deserves credit because they were truly focused today. They were up against a seemingly superior side, at least on paper, but it goes to show that a well-organized, determined team can achieve remarkable results against top sides. They were highly motivated for today’s game.”

Thiago Silva engages in a verbal exchange with displeased Chelsea supporters following the Carabao Cup defeat to Middlesbrough.