Chelsea to decide whether to appeal Diego Costa violent conduct charge

Costa has been cited for an incident involving Gunners defender Laurent Koscielny in his side’s 2-0 win at Stamford Bridge, with the Blues given until 6pm on Tuesday to respond.

Chelsea must decide quickly whether to appeal against Diego Costa’s violent conduct charge after the Football Association began disciplinary proceedings following an ill-tempered clash with Arsenal.

Costa has been cited for an incident involving Gunners defender Laurent Koscielny in his side’s