Mark Hughes: This Chelsea star is adept at the dark artsSTOKE boss Mark Hughes claims Chelsea striker Diego Costa is adept at the dark arts. By Charlie Phillippe 20:04, Sat, Mar 18, 2017 | UPDATED: 20:09, Sat, Mar 18, 2017 Link copied Bookmark GETTYMark Hughes claims Chelsea star Diego Costa is adept at the dark artsHughes was speaking after the Potters lost 2-1 to the Premier League leaders at the Bet365 Stadium.Willian gave Chelsea a first-half lead before Jon Walters struck from the spot after he was pushed by Gary Cahill to level the scores. But Cahill made up for his error to score a late winner for the Blues. GETTYChelsea celebrate after Gary Cahill's winner against StokeCosta had a running battle throughout with Bruno Martins Indi, who was eventually sent off late in the match. And Hughes claims Costa knows how to get his opponents in the referee's book"Diego Costa draws fouls and tries to make most of contact - when they are not fouls," Hughes said."He is adept at the dark arts and everyone in football recognises that."He has many elements and factors."You have to put up with them." Related articles Antonio Conte: This is how many points Chelsea need for Prem title Antonio Conte singles out this Chelsea star for praise after Stoke win Chelsea boss Antonio Conte: Why I changed to a back-four in Stoke win SUBSCRIBE Invalid emailWe use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. Read our Privacy Policy