Two clubs chasing FA Cup glory will do battle today in a cup match between Chelsea and Watford. The third-round clash scheduled for 11 a.m. ET will be held at Stamford Bridge in London and can be live streamed here.
What They're Saying
Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho (via the National): "We are going to do what we are doing up to now, knowing clearly that in 20 league matches, the most offensive team, the team with more creative players in the attacking area, we had two penalties in 20 matches. And I also think that people in love with football in this country, people must be in love with Eden Hazard. The way match to match he's being punished by opponents and not protected by referees, maybe one day we won't have Eden Hazard."
Watford manager Slavisa Jokanovic (via the Mirror): "I don't have problems with anybody. I didn't arrive at Chelsea at my best moment. All supporters pay their money for their tickets and if they are not happy with some situation, they let it be known in the stadium. This happens at Chelsea, in England, everywhere in the world, but I am happy to be have been part of the Chelsea history. It was good experience for me, and I am very happy to have another chance to be in that stadium again."
Tactical Preview
Player to Watch: Hazard won't be in the XI due to rotation, opening a playing opportunity for Andre Schurrle. The 24-year-old has four goals and an average 1.9 shots across all competitions.
Chelsea's Projected Lineup (4-2-3-1): Cech; Luis, Zouma, Terry, Azpilicueta; Mikel, Ramires; Schurrle, Oscar, Salah; Remy
Watford's Projected Lineup (3-5-2): Gomes; Hoban, Cathcart, Angella; Pudil, Paredes, Adbi, Guedioura, Munari; Ighalo, Forestieri
Note: Credit all statistics to officially licensed data from Opta Sports (via WhoScored).
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