Thomas Tuchel and his team from Chelsea have a huge chance to reserve a place in another Cup final this season when they face Crystal Palace in the FA Cup semi-final on Sunday. The competition remains the Blues’ best hope of winning more silverware this season, as the league appears to be out of their reach, as is their exit from the Champions League in the middle of the week.
However, this will not be easy for the German coach, as Patrick Vieira and his team from the Palace are creating a number of problems for teams at the top of the Premier League this season. This is something Tuhel knows is heading for the Wembley match.
Speaking at his pre-match press conference, the manager said: “He is [Vieira] did a fantastic job, created a very energetic team, full of individual quality and a very, very dangerous counterattack team. An engaged group, very difficult to play in the league and will be difficult.
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That said, here’s a look at how a number of football experts predicted a draw.
Paul Merson – Sports
Former Arsenal star Paul Merson told Sportskeeda that he believes Chelsea are set for a clear victory over their London rivals. He said: “Since Connor Gallagher is not available for Crystal Palace, I see nothing but a Chelsea victory here.
Outcome forecast: Chelsea 3-0 Crystal Palace
Mark Lawrence – BBC Sport
Mark Lawrence also believes that Chelsea are ready to make their way to the final, claiming that they may cause some problems for the Eagles during the match. He told BBC Sport: “Crystal Palace are a talented and very energetic country, but their young players will have to deal with Wembley, as well as Chelsea. This is a big request.
“I think Tuhel will find a way to keep the Palace’s top three silent and, as we have seen from the chances they have created against Real, Chelsea look very dangerous when they come forward. I have a feeling they will get the job done. “
Outcome forecast: Chelsea 2-0 Crystal Palace
Michael Owen – BetVictor
Former Manchester United striker Michael Owen is another who believes the Blues will reserve a seat at Wembley in May, but not by a convenient margin. Owen believes that the Chelsea team can transfer to the match its lively performance on Tuesday against Real Madrid.
Speaking to BetVictor, he said: “I think Palace will play with nothing to lose and I will not be shocked to see them here. I just think Chelsea will be too strong. I think they will get into it with renewed optimism after Tuesday’s performance and they will win it. ”
Outcome forecast: Chelsea 2-1 Crystal Palace
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