"Chelsea might have been last seen snatching a gritty 1-1 stalemate away at soon-to-be former Premier League champions Liverpool, they find themselves at the heart of an infamous crisis. Breaking a string of unwanted records this season and dealing with a string of high-profile issues behind the scenes in west London, they have already watched both Liam Rosenior and Enzo Maresca leave the club so far this calendar year. Facing a real uphill battle in the race to book any kind of European adventure for next year, Chelsea have astonishingly collected just one-point from any of their previous seven consecutive Premier League appearances."
"Despite punching their return to Wembley last month as they claimed a hard-fought 1-0 victory against Leeds, the Blues will be bracing themselves for another stern examination at Wembley on Saturday afternoon. Set to miss out of Brazil's World Cup this summer with a hamstring injury, Chelsea will once again be without 19-year-old Estevao. However, despite missing out away at Anfield last week with concussion, Robert Sanchez is free to return this weekend."
"Bagging a ninth Premier League strike of the season against Liverpool last time out and certainly Chelsea's standout performer in west London, midfield talisman Enzo Fernandez will play a leading role. Skipper Reece James could be handed a first start since March 14th after recently returning from a hamstring issue."
"As for Manchester City, while Pep Guardiola's side might be seeking a miracle in the race to recapture their Premier League crown over the next week, they are enjoying what has been an extended purple patch. Putting in a dominant display on Wednesday night and picking up s"
Chelsea head to Wembley for an FA Cup meeting with Manchester City amid a difficult season marked by unwanted records and internal issues. They have struggled to secure points in recent Premier League matches, collecting only one point from their previous seven appearances. After a 1-0 win over Leeds to reach Wembley, they still face a stern test. Estevao is unavailable with a hamstring injury, while Robert Sanchez is available after missing the trip to Anfield with concussion. Enzo Fernandez is expected to lead after scoring against Liverpool, and Reece James may return for a first start since March 14. Manchester City arrive with momentum after a dominant midweek performance and aim to keep their title hopes alive.
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