Chelsea will be looking to keep their Wembley woes behind and look forward to their next FA Cup clash against Leeds United on Wednesday.
Mauricio Pochettino’s side could be aiming to reach another finals in this domestic competition but first they need to face the Lilywhites at Stamford Bridge.
Looking at the team news, there are a few big names who could miss this contest.
Defenders Thiago Silva and Marc Cucurella are expected to be absent with their respective injuries (groin and ankle).
There are many other players sustaining long term injuries but the Blues have a number of youngsters to cover for every position. Robert Sanchez is expected to take the goalkeeping duties.
Malo Gusto will be taking the right-back spot, with Levi Colwill taking the left-back spot. Trevoh Chalobah and Alfie Gilchrist could take the centre-back spots for Chelsea against Leeds.
Conor Gallagher and Enzo Fernandez will cover the midfield region with Christopher Nkunku taking the attacking midfield role.
Raheem Sterling is expected to the attacking duties off Nicholas Jackson. Mykhaylo Mudryk and Noni Madueke will be supporting him through the wings.
Chelsea vs Leeds United: Chelsea’s Predicted Line-up (4-2-3-1)
