Carabao Cup & FA Cup Thread

[Ollie 4,400]

I just worry that our cup run has to end eventually. I remember Arsenal were in the Final of the FA Cup in 2001, 2002, 2003, Semi 2004 and Final again in 2005 winning 3 of them. This does seem the likely game for our run to end but i really hope not. We've had so much heartache in finals this season though and in later stages of tournaments so maybe we can use that as our own motivation, especially the Community Shield defeat to them in August.

I'd love it if we won this FA Cup. I'd be in heaven if we won the Europa League and finished top 4 as well.

[termninja 5,290]

Looking forward to it! Hopefully Silva will miss the game. City have been shit for most of the season. Sure, they won against United, but they practically live for games against them so it's not really a true showing of their current form and ability.

We have a decent chance of going through and I can't wait to watch the game! Those twats get on my tits too fucking much...especially Tevez. Hopefully we will finally prevent him from scoring against us

It would be great to hear Mancini after they are kicked out, come out and say, "Ittt iss FUTEEBAAALL"

[CHOULO19 24,332]

I don't think it's about the line-up we put out but rather the mentality of the team. If we go in there to park the bus like we did in both games in the league, our chances will be very low. We need to attack City, fight for the midfield, not just hand it to them.

[Mufassir08 2,400]

One of those tits on talksport just said that Mata is good but Silva is just that bit special...BOLLOCKS! Mata has been head and shoulders above Silva this season.

Its not even worth mentioning.Mata has been 20 times better then silva hell i will even say that this season's mata is better then last season's silva.Tbh as good a player silva is i find him a bit over rated.

[Styles 9,790]

I don't think it's about the line-up we put out but rather the mentality of the team. If we go in there to park the bus like we did in both games in the league, our chances will be very low. We need to attack City, fight for the midfield, not just hand it to them.

Every game I have seen City lose this season, and particularly in the Champions League, the opposition have taken the game to them, pressed them hard and didn't allow them time and space on the ball. Three times we've played them this season and each time we have played on the back foot and have almost been afraid of them which is sad to watch.

[Fulham Broadway 16,858]

Chels end sold out -everyone got their tickets ?

[magicrico 175]

Chels end sold out -everyone got their tickets ?

Yes mate i'm going!

[Fulham Broadway 16,858]

Yes mate i'm going!

sold an extra 1500 today -should be a good turnout and blinding day out. Its our cup.

[Jase 43,479]

Every game I have seen City lose this season, and particularly in the Champions League, the opposition have taken the game to them, pressed them hard and didn't allow them time and space on the ball. Three times we've played them this season and each time we have played on the back foot and have almost been afraid of them which is sad to watch.

Unfortunately, we are not suited to play at a high tempo and press high up the pitch, despite having the players for it.

[Styles 9,790]

Unfortunately, we are not suited to play at a high tempo and press high up the pitch, despite having the players for it.

It's strange though because the players have shown they can do it in spurts, especially when we're losing in a game or pushing for a win. For example the 2-2 draw at Old Trafford the players pressed and fought tooth and nail to claw their way back. Even the 3-2 defeat at the Bridge to Utd before the sending offs the players fought back from 2-0 and were all over them, we played some of our best football in that game. But against City they players just seem to be too cautious and give them way too much respect.

[Tomo 21,733]

If there is any situation where having Benitez is a huge advantage, it will be this game.

[Marvin123 484]

How they'll can we do this,

Rambo and Mikel have to be shit hot aswell as our full backs,

Not going to be easy

[Jase 43,479]

Silva hoping to make Chelsea return

[Rambo 1,729]

Silva hoping to make Chelsea return

I hope so too, so Mata can outshine him again.

[DDA 9,690]

I had two tickets but unfortunately had to sell them on. I haven't been to a game since last years semi against Spurs. I'm gutted!

[ulsterchelsea 3,221]

Fsw will set us out the Exact same way he did the last time we played Citeh so its gonna come down to the players getting themselves up for this match,which shouldnt really be difficult. We were terrible last game so fingers crossed this time the cup will smile on us again. Wish Drogs was here for it

[Billy. 2,742]

My mate just gave me a ticket to the game on Sunday fucking over the moon never been to Wembley :blue scalf:

[Rosscoblue 1]

Got my ticket for tomorrow, I always end up in the gods at wembley no matter what price I pick, has anyone got any suggestions? Thanks ktbffh