Former Premier League striker Gabriel Agbonlahor expressed his outrage at Chelsea and Newcastle's performances in the Champions League, suggesting that both clubs should face a ban from the competition. Following their defeats this week, he aimed sharp criticism towards their lackluster displays that led to their exits. Chelsea was dismantled by reigning champions Paris Saint-Germain, managing to show some resilience only in the first half before ultimately falling apart.

On the other hand, Newcastle faced Barcelona in what started as an even contest, level on aggregate from the first leg. However, after a chaotic first half where they momentarily equalized twice, Eddie Howe's team could not maintain their composure and suffered a staggering defeat of 7-2 on the night, bringing the aggregate score to 8-3. The heavy defeats raised questions about the competitiveness and readiness of both English clubs on the European stage.

Agbonlahor's dramatic outburst points to wider concerns within the football community regarding the preparation and investment levels at these clubs. While both still have strong followings and financial backing, their recent performances have led to discussions about their ability to compete at the highest level in European football, inciting calls for scrutiny and potential sanctions as a means to address these shortcomings.