The FA Cup has been very good for Chelsea with four victories in the last six years, but if they are to win it again they will have to beat both Manchester clubs en route to the final at Wembley on May 11.
The Blues were denied a classic Cup comeback at Old Trafford three weeks ago, thanks to David de Gea's late save from Juan Mata, and will feel extremely confident as United have won only twice at the Bridge in their last 10 visits.
One of those wins was last October, in the Premier League, but three days later Chelsea exacted revenge in a nine-goal Capital One Cup thriller. Sir Alex Ferguson is chasing a Cup and League double this campaign but this is Chelsea's last chance to secure a domestic trophy.
Plus, the manner of his team's second-half display in the first match at Old Trafford leads me to believe that Chelsea will just about edge it in tomorrow's lunchtime kick-off.
Chris was one of the new trainees at Ipswich when I met him in 1986. He's now the new manager at Meadow Lane and I wish him well., especially after suffering the loss of his son, Lucas, last year. Welcome to the madhouse, Chris!
Keane took no prisoners last week with his comments on Roy Hodgson and England. It's the middle of qualifying, Keano. Calm down and wind your neck in. But please keep Gareth Southgate and Lee Dixon in your pocket for the next match.
England and Scotland were strong football forces some 30years ago. Our international sides have plummeted since...and the cuckoo that is the Premier League is now the biggest chick in the football nest.
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