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Man Utd to face Chelsea in FA Cup 5th round

Manchester United have been drawn against Chelsea in the fifth round of the FA Cup - a repeat of last season's final.

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's perfect start as United's caretaker manager has seen the Red Devils navigate FA Cup ties against Reading (2-0) and Arsenal (3-1) to reach the last-16 of the competition.

United impressed with their Friday night victory over Arsenal, with Alexis Sanchez, Jesse Lingard and Anthony Martial scoring as the counter-attacking style harked back to United's glory days.

With the likes of Tottenham, Arsenal and Liverpool already eliminated, Solskjaer may fancy his chances of landing the cup to further his chances of being considered for the role of United's permanent manager.

The club have won the FA Cup 12 times - one fewer than Arsenal, who are the most successful club in the competition - but will go level with the Gunners if they can go all the way and lift the trophy at Wembley on 18 May.

United last won the competition in 2016, beating Crystal Palace 2-1 as Jesse Lingard's extra-time goal sealed a dramatic win.

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