“WE’LL RUN PAST THEM LIKE A MARATHON” — JUSTIN KLUIVERT FIRES A SCATHING WARNING AT CHELSEA… BUT REECE JAMES’ INSTANT RESPONSE SHOOK EVERYONE 

Five Hours Before Kickoff, One Interview Ignited a Firestorm — And Reece James Didn’t Stay Silent

The tension was already building ahead of Chelsea’s clash with Bournemouth, but nobody expected the storm that would erupt just five hours before kickoff.

In a bold and controversial pre-match interview, Justin Kluivert didn’t just preview the game — he declared war.

And his target was clear.

Chelsea.

Their defense.

And most shockingly — Reece James himself.

KLUIVERT’S WORDS THAT SHOOK THE STADIUM BEFORE IT EVEN FILLED

Speaking with ruthless confidence, Kluivert launched a blistering attack on Chelsea’s defensive reputation.

“We know Chelsea are very proud of Reece James and their so-called ‘solid defense,’” he said.

“But honestly, their ability to defend against runs this season is as weak as wet paper.”

The words spread instantly.

Fans froze.

Pundits gasped.

And Kluivert wasn’t done.

“They’re ranked near the bottom of the league for stopping runs,” he continued,

“yet they still act untouchable.”

“SEMENYO WILL TEAR THEM APART”

Kluivert then shifted the spotlight to Antoine Semenyo, issuing what many saw as a direct threat.

“Our Antoine Semenyo has torn apart defenses stronger than this all season,” he said confidently.

“Today, we’re going to run past them like a marathon.”

And then came the line that truly crossed the line.

“They think they’re going to win?”

“Don’t even dream of it.”

In seconds, the interview went viral.

THE CHELSEA DRESSING ROOM HEARD EVERYTHING

According to sources close to Chelsea, the comments reached the dressing room almost immediately.

Players were stunned.

Staff were furious.

And Reece James — Chelsea’s captain, leader, and defensive symbol — took it personally.

What happened next shocked everyone.

FIVE MINUTES LATER — REECE JAMES FIRES BACK

Just five minutes after Kluivert’s interview aired, Reece James delivered a cold, calculated, and devastating response of his own.

No shouting.

No insults.

Just pure authority.

“Talking is easy before kickoff,” James said calmly.

“But football is decided on the pitch, not in interviews.”

That alone silenced the room — but he went further.

“We know our weaknesses,” James added.

“And we know exactly how to deal with runners.”

Then came the line that reportedly left Kluivert stunned and visibly shaken.

“Let them try,” James said.

“We’ll see who’s running after the final whistle.”

SOURCES: KLUIVERT DIDN’T EXPECT THAT RESPONSE

Insiders revealed that Kluivert was genuinely caught off guard by the speed and composure of James’ counter-response.

“He expected silence,” one source said.

“Instead, he got a captain drawing a line.”

The mood shifted instantly.

What began as a verbal attack turned into a psychological duel.

FANS ERUPT — PRESSURE SKYROCKETS

Social media exploded within minutes.

Chelsea fans rallied behind their captain:

“That’s leadership.”

“Let the football do the talking.”

“James means business.”

Bournemouth supporters, meanwhile, backed Kluivert’s boldness — but admitted the response raised the stakes massively.

FROM WORDS TO WAR

This is no longer just another Premier League fixture.

It’s:

Pride vs provocation

Captain vs challenger

Defense under fire

All eyes will now be on:

Reece James vs Antoine Semenyo

Chelsea’s backline vs Bournemouth’s runners

And whether words will be backed up by action

ONE THING IS CERTAIN

When the whistle blows, excuses end.

Interviews are forgotten.

And only performance matters.

Kluivert spoke first.

Reece James responded instantly.

Now, the pitch will decide everything.