- Minute-by-minute report of the FA Cup tie at Villa Park
- Winner will play Leeds United or Plymouth Argyle in fifth round
- Email scott.murray@theguardian.com with any thoughts
It’s a rerun of the 2000 final. Whatever happens, tonight’s game won’t be as bad as that thundering non-event. But otherwise, good luck calling it. Aston Villa have won two of their last three against Chelsea and drawn the other; Chelsea have won five of their last six at Villa Park. So it’s swings and roundabouts. Kick off is at 8pm GMT and we’ll have extra time and penalties if necessary. It’s on!
Continue reading…Minute-by-minute report of the FA Cup tie at Villa ParkWinner will play Leeds United or Plymouth Argyle in fifth roundEmail scott.murray@theguardian.com with any thoughtsIt’s a rerun of the 2000 final. Whatever happens, tonight’s game won’t be as bad as that thundering non-event. But otherwise, good luck calling it. Aston Villa have won two of their last three against Chelsea and drawn the other; Chelsea have won five of their last six at Villa Park. So it’s swings and roundabouts. Kick off is at 8pm GMT and we’ll have extra time and penalties if necessary. It’s on! Continue reading…
