Crystal Palace's new signing Ben Chilwell silenced a heckling home fan with a sharp comeback after scoring the winning goal in their 3-2 victory over Fulham at Craven Cottage.
The thrilling match saw both teams, who were yet to earn a point this season, exchange leads twice. Chilwell's late strike in the 77th minute secured a crucial first win for his new club, marking a significant moment for the away side under new management.
While the game itself was a highlight of the weekend, a moment post-match quickly went viral. As the Crystal Palace squad headed towards the tunnel, a Fulham fan reportedly taunted Chilwell, calling him a "Chelsea reject."
Chilwell, who spent five years at Chelsea winning the Champions League and Club World Cup, didn't hold back. He retorted to the fan by telling him to "hold that L," a modern slang term indicating defeat or a loss.
The incident adds a spicy, light-hearted exchange to the post-match drama. For the Fulham supporters, who remain joint bottom of the league with zero points after three games, it might be a good time to exercise caution with their comments.
