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Andrew Gamble

Chelsea vs Sheffield United prediction: How will FA Cup quarter-final fixture play out today?

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Chelsea welcome Sheffield United to London for their FA Cup clash at Stamford Bridge on Sunday.

The Blues are in fine form and advanced to the quarter-finals of the Champions League after defeating Atletico Madrid in each leg.

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They secured a favourable draw for the next round too, as Chelsea will face Porto.

Meanwhile, Sheffield United are desperate for a positive result as the FA Cup is their last opportunity to add some gloss to a dismal domestic campaign.

Here’s everything you need to know about the match.

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When is it?

The fixture will kick-off at 1:30pm GMT at Stamford Bridge.

How can I watch it?

The match is live on BBC One with coverage starting from 1:15pm GMT. The match can also be streamed online via the BBC Sport website or BBC iPlayer.

Confirmed line-ups

Chelsea: Kepa; Hudson-Odoi, Christensen, Zouma, Chilwell; Kovacic, Gilmour, Mount; Pulisic, Giroud, Emerson

Sheffield United: Ramsdale; Baldock, Jagielka, Stevens, Osborn; Bogle, Lundstram, Norwood, Fleck; McGoldrick, McBurnie

Odds

Chelsea: 2/9

Draw: 5/1

Sheffield United: 12/1

Prediction

Sheffield United have had a torrid year, and the FA Cup has given the club something to cheer during their poor league campaign. However, their run ends here – Chelsea are a different beast under Tuchel and are in great form. 2-0 Chelsea.

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