In last game before World Cup, Chelsea defeat Plymouth in FA Cup

Playing at home, the Chelsea beat Plymouth Argyle 2-1 on Saturday and advanced to the fifth round of the FA Cup.

Despite playing in the third division, Plymouth gave work to the Blues. Regular time ended in a 1-1 draw. Marcos Alonso was the hero of the game and scored the winning goal in stoppage time in the first half of extra time. At the end of the second stage, goalkeeper Kepa took a penalty and declared the classification.

This was Chelsea’s last engagement before the Club World Cup. The current champions of the Champions League debut in the tournament next Wednesday, at 13:30 (Brasília time), when they face the winner of the duel between Al-Hilal and Al-Jazira. On the other hand, Plymouth returns to focus on the third division. This Tuesday, the team faces Crewe, away from home.

The game – Visitors ignored the favoritism of the Blues and debuted the marker. At eight in the first half, Gillesphey took advantage of the corner kick and headed into the back of the net. A short time later, Kovacic kicked from the edge of the area and hit the crossbar.

At 29, Hudson Hudson-Odoi headed in danger, but the ball landed on the post. Seven minutes later, Kovacic almost scored, but again hit the post. The home team scored in the 41st minute. Mason Mount crossed low and Azpilicueta scored.

In the second half, Chelsea continued to press, while rivals bet on the counterattack. The best chance in the second half was from midfielder Mount, who made a beautiful shot inside the area, but stopped in the good defense of the goalkeeper.

The winning goal came only in stoppage time in the first half of extra time. Havertz crossed low to Marcos Alonso, who pushed into the back of the net.

The visitors had the chance to even the score in the second half. Sarr missed the ball, tried to recover but ended up committing a penalty. However, Kepa defended Hardie’s charge.