Thomas Tuchel decides against making major changes in the Chelsea XI that would take on Sheffield United in the quarter-finals of the FA Cup at Stamford Bridge.
Kai Havertz leads the frontline for the Blues as Olivier Giroud features once again on the bench despite Tuchel suggesting in his pre-match remarks that the Frenchman could be in line for a rare outing over the weekend.
Timo Werner is also amongst the substitutes for the hosts with Mason Mount and Hakim Ziyech being preferred over the under-fire German international who has struggled of late in front of the goal.
A three-man backline of Azpilicueta, Rudiger and Christensen continues to be the protection for the Blues at the back as Christian Pulisic is given a surprise outing in the wing-back role ahead of Reece James.
There is no Kepa manning the goalposts for Chelsea with Eduoard Mendy assuming his duties as the Chelsea No.1.
Here is how both teams line up for today’s fixture:
Chelsea FC XI
Our line-up for #CHESHU pic.twitter.com/nD9eUp3OHi
— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) March 21, 2021
Sheffield United FC XI
Our line-up. 🔁
Paul Heckingbottom has made five changes to his side ahead of the FA Cup quarter-final tie against Chelsea.#CHESHU pic.twitter.com/vKMhFHin6O
— Sheffield United (@SheffieldUnited) March 21, 2021
