For the round of 16 of the FA Cup, the current runner-up of the English League Cup, Chelsea, visit Luton Town. The game takes place at Kenilworth Road Stadium in Luton at 16:15 (Brasília).
The “Hatters” are on a positive streak. they have won the last three games played and have not lost at home in the last eight games (six wins and two draws). It is in sixth place in the second division, fighting for a place in the playoffs to access the first division.
In the cup, their journey began in the third round, beating Harrogate Town 4-0. In the next phase, they beat Cambridge United 3-0. They emerged victorious against opponents from the fourth and third divisions, respectively.
“I’m sure N’Golo Kante will be quaking in his boots” ????
Danny Hylton full of smiles as he looks forward to facing the world champions tomorrow evening! ????️#COYH
— Luton Town FC (@LutonTown) March 1, 2022
The “Blues” come from a significant defeat. They were defeated on penalties by Liverpool in the League Cup final, but they already need to recover in another competition. At the English Premier Leagueoccupy third place, still dreaming of getting closer to the first two, Manchester City and Liverpool.
For the FA Cup, they easily beat Chesterfield 5-1 in the third round. In the next round, they suffered to eliminate Playmouth, achieving only in overtime and securing the 2-1. Teams from the fifth and third divisions respectively.
Thomas Tuchel is here to look ahead to tomorrow’s #EmiratesFACup tie! ???? https://t.co/pY8iVCtnWk
— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) March 1, 2022
The owners of the house must go with maximum force to the field. The visitors have a long list of absences according to coach Tuchel. However, three are confirmed: right-back Reece James, left-back Ben Chilwell and midfielder Hakim Ziyech.
Just 15 minutes later, also for the FA Cup, Southampton host West Ham at St Mary’s Stadium.
Source: Gazetaesportiva
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