{
  "id": 1100866,
  "title": "EPL: Fernández booed by Chelsea fans in Real Sociedad win",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/15/epl-fernandez-booed-by-chelsea-fans-in-real-sociedad-win",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-15T19:22:59.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch Nigeria",
    "slug": "punch-nigeria",
    "url": "https://punchng.com/epl-fernandez-booed-by-chelsea-fans-in-real-sociedad-win/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Chelsea supporters booed Argentine midfielder Enzo Fernández as he returned to Stamford Bridge during Saturday's pre-season victory over Real Sociedad. The incident occurred less than 24 hours after Chelsea's transfer deadline passed, with the club now expected to retain Fernández despite his interest in leaving earlier in the summer. João Pedro scored twice for Chelsea, who performed well under new manager Xabi Alonso. Fernández had been keen on a move to Real Madrid earlier in the summer, but his representatives held talks with Manchester City, who never made an offer due to Chelsea's £120m valuation before the 17:00 BST deadline. Some Chelsea fans booed Fernández before the match and when his name was announced, though others chanted his name. Fernández's reception was mixed, with some Chelsea teammates celebrating his fouls and supporting him. The response was divided, with other supporters chanting his name. Chelsea's performance and Fernández's continued presence in the squad suggest he remains an important part of the team.",
  "summary": "Enzo Fernández was booed by Chelsea fans during a pre-season win over Real Sociedad, following his desire to leave the club. Discover the fan reaction and Read More: https://punchng.com/epl-fernandez-booed-by-chelsea-fans-in-real-sociedad-win/",
  "key_points": [
    "Chelsea fans booed Enzo Fernández during pre-season match.",
    "Fernández previously wanted to join Real Madrid.",
    "João Pedro scored twice for Chelsea in the win."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
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      {
        "outlet": "Punch",
        "title": "EPL: Fernández booed by Chelsea fans in Real Sociedad win",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/15/epl-fernandez-booed-by-chelsea-fans-in-real-sociedad-win-1105939",
        "published": "2026-08-15T19:51:00.000Z"
      }
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  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}