Sports Innovation previews the FA Cup match between Chelsea and Chesterfield and offers team stats, betting tips and the latest odds.
A David-vs-Goliath clash awaits at Stamford Bridge as Chelsea and non-league side Chesterfield lock horns in an FA Cup third-round clash.
After losing the last two FA Cup finals in 2020 and 2021, Chelsea hope to go one better this time around. The Blues already have one foot in the door for the EFL Cup final, having defeated Tottenham 2-0 in their first-leg semi-final, and be eager for a similar outcome on Saturday.
As for Chesterfield, the National League table-toppers hope to defy the odds and progress into the fourth round for the first time since 2015.
Our tip
Facts and figures for Chelsea vs Chesterfield in FA Cup.
- Chelsea has won in the last 5 of 6 matches;
- Chelsea has won in the last 6 of 7 matches at home;
- Chelsea scored in the last 19 of 21 matches;
- Total goals was UNDER 3.5 in Chelsea’s last 4 of 6 matches.
- Chesterfield has won the last 3 matches in a row;
- Chesterfield conceded in the last 15 of 17 matches;
- Total goals was OVER 3.5 in Chesterfield’s last 3 of 5 matches;
- Chesterfield scored in the last 4 of 6 matches.
Current form — Chelsea v. Chesterfield
The Blues look to continue their current momentum
Chelsea look in good shape before their upcoming match, as they seek to remain unbeaten. In their last 3 matches, they first split the points with Brighton in a 1-1, before also drawing 2-2 with Liverpool. A win finally came their way as they threw Tottenham under the bus in a 2-0 victory.
The Spireites out to extend their fine run of results
Chesterfield look in good shape before their upcoming match, as they seek to remain unbeaten. In their last 3 matches, they first defeated Grimsby Town 1-0, before drawing 1-1 with Halifax Town. They returned to winning ways last time out by beating King’s Lynn Town 1-0.
How do the bookies view it?
With home advantage on their side, Chelsea are the clear odds-on favorites. The prices for a home win are short here, with Mr. Green only offering 1.07 for the Blues to progress into the fourth round. A draw pays out at 17.00 with Betfair, which has also priced an away win at 61.00.
Chelsea v. Chesterfield — fixture history
There is a first time for everything and this is the first time Chesterfield will play Chelsea in the FA Cup.
Primary goal getter
Christian Pulisic could be worth a punt in the goalscorer’s market. The American came off the bench against Tottenham and recently scored a crucial equalizer in the 2-2 draw with Liverpool. He may get the nod for a starting role on Saturday, alongside Timo Werner and Hakim Ziyech.
Chesterfield, meanwhile, have their eyes fixed on Kabongo Tshimanga, who has been in excellent form of late.
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