Mauricio Pochettino’s team faced a common problem this season—they struggled to score. Cole Palmer and Noni Madueke missed good chances, and even though they pressed well, they lacked a finishing touch in the penalty box.
Aston Villa also had opportunities, with Douglas Luiz having a goal disallowed and Matty Cash and Ezri Konsa coming close. Emi Martinez made crucial saves, but Unai Emery’s team missed chances too.
Overall, it was an exciting cup match, and the teams will play again at Villa Park next month.
There was nothing to split Chelsea and Aston Villa in their FA Cupfourth round tie at Stamford Bridge on Friday night.
The Blues again lined up without a striker and while they did craft out a number of good chances, could not find a way through.
