Why Djed Spence's sister was left fuming following Tottenham's loss to Chelsea

Djed Spence's sister Karla-Simone Spence was left frustrated after Tottenham's loss to Chelsea.

Why Djed Spence's sister was left fuming following Tottenham's loss to Chelsea

Stephen Awino 08:14 - 04.04.2025

Djed Spence's sister Karla-Simone was left visibly frustrated following Tottenham's 1-0 loss to Chelsea on Thursday.

British actress Karla-Simone Spence was left visibly frustrated after her brother Djed Spence's Tottenham Hotspur suffered a narrow 1-0 defeat to Chelsea on Thursday night.

The Premier League clash was settled by a 50th-minute goal from midfielder Enzo Fernandez, but the post-match spotlight quickly shifted to the match officiating, drawing sharp criticism from players, fans, and even family members.

Karla-Simone, who shares Kenyan roots with Djed through their mother Aisha Spence, didn’t hold back her thoughts on Instagram.

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Taking to her story after the final whistle, she vented her disappointment, particularly with the referee's decisions.

"I'm fuming," she wrote. "Some players in Chelsea should take up diving," she added, clearly referencing what she perceived as theatrics by the opposition.

A screen grab of Karla-Simone Spence's Instagram story.

She went on to question the overall quality of officiating during the heated London derby.

Her frustration echoed the sentiments of Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou, who was also critical of the referee’s performance, especially in light of a disallowed goal by Pape Matar Sarr in the 71st minute, which could have drawn Spurs level.

As per Italian sports journalist Fabrizio Romano, Postecoglou lamented, “It's killing the game, mate. It's not the same game as it used to be. The referee gave it and then needed six minutes to rule the goal out. It's crazy mate. It's madness.”

Karla-Simone has become a familiar face at Tottenham matches, passionately supporting her brother whose consistent performances this season have solidified his status as one of the most promising fullbacks in the Premier League.

Spence's continued brilliant performances have placed him in pole position to earn his national team call-up soon, settling his international future debate between England and Kenya's Harambee Stars.

As emotions continue to run high following the loss, fans and family alike hope the team bounces back stronger in the coming fixtures.