Mon Apr 14 08:20:00 UTC 2025: ## WWE Champion Chelsea Green Appeals SmackDown Loss, Claims Referee Error
**LAS VEGAS, NV** – WWE Women’s United States Champion Chelsea Green is appealing her controversial loss to Zelina Vega on last night’s SmackDown episode. Green’s legal team, led by Luca Crusifino, Esq., argues that the referee’s ten-count was conducted too quickly, violating WWE Officiating Bylaw Section 7, Subsection C, Provision 4A. The appeal cites a lack of “rhythmic consistency” in the count, claiming this prejudiced Green’s performance.
The match ended with a count-out victory for Vega after Green spent time complaining to commentators about the absence of her tag team partners, Alba Fyre and Piper Niven. Green’s legal filing demands a review of the match footage and mandatory retraining for the referee, even suggesting the champion herself should lead the training session.
The legal team warns of further action if officiating discrepancies continue to affect Green’s title reign. Despite the appeal, Green will team with the Secret Hervice to face Vega, Kayden Carter, and Katana Chance next week on WrestleMania SmackDown.
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