Timo Werner trolled by fans after self-injury while kicking corner flag vs Man City

Premier League outfit Chelsea signed Timo Werner last summer with hope of ushering in a new era of dominance in Europe. But former RB Leipzig striker has failed to live up to hype, even as entire team continue to struggle under Frank Lampard, more so following defeat against Manchester City. Interestingly, Germany international injured himself during Chelsea vs Man City clash on Sunday, giving leeway to trolls with social media flooded with memes. 

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Timo Werner kicks corner flag, appears to injure self during Chelsea vs Man City clash

Chelsea spent £53 million to sign Werner last summer after his scintillating performances in Bundesliga. But striker is without a goal in previous 12 games, casting doubts over his ability to le lines for Blues. His performances were furr under scrutiny after his no-show against Man City on Sunday. 

Werner memes, however, have started doing rounds following embarrassing Premier League results for Lampard. striker went up to take a corner during closing minutes of  second half but mistakenly kicked corner flag, slightly injuring himself. Although referee allowed corner to be retaken, it was Mason Mount who decided to step up in Werner's ste. 

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Fans flood social media with Timo Werner memes 

Fans were quick to mock Chelsea striker after video went viral on internet. Several fans slammed Werner, claiming that corner kick incident summed up his Chelsea career ever since start of current campaign. One fan also claimed former RB Leipzig forward was tackled by corner flag. 

Having managed 24 appearances across all competitions for Stamford Bridge outfit, Werner has racked up eight goals to his credit, while also bagging six assists. He has four goals in Premier League, with  number insisting at his struggle in English top flight. 

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Lampard left embarrassed after disappointing Premier League results 

Ilkay Gundogan, Phil Foden and Kevin de Bruyne netted a goal each to put travelling side in front in first half, despite at least six first-team players missing out on clash after contracting novel coronavirus. Although Chelsea were able to contain Man City's attack in second half, Lampard's men could manage to pull off just one goal, with Callum Hudson-Odoi scoring in injury time. defeat spells furr trouble for manager who now has third-worst win percentage under Roman Abramovich era. 

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