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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Jack Pitt-Brooke

Chelsea vs Manchester United player ratings: Paul Pogba stars and David Luiz flails in FA Cup breeze for United

Manchester United proved too good for Chelsea as they cruised to a 2-0 win at Stamford Bridge to reach the quarter-finals of the FA Cup.

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side bounced back from a disappointing defeat against PSG last week with a comprehensive performance, scoring twice in the first half to sew up the tie.

Ander Herrera opened the scoring with a header from a perfect Paul Pogba delivery before the Frenchman grabbed himself a goal heading past Kepa Arrizabalaga for United's second.

Chelsea rallied but were unable to penetrate a resolute United backline as the holders tumbled out of the competition.

Maurizio Sarri will now face even more pressure, as his Chelsea team against seemed unable to cope with a high-calibre opponent. 

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