FA Cup Third Round: Charlton 1 Chelsea 5Liam Rosenior turned to Chelsea’s second string for his first game in charge as his new team thrashed Charlton 5-1 at the Valley to ease into the fourth round of the FA Cup. It will take more than a cup victory away to Championship opposition, but his team made light work of Charlton here. Charlton goalkeeper Will Mannion saved from Hato and Jamie Gittens in the opening 15 minutes. Charlton had stood up to Chelsea well and could consider themselves unlucky to go in behind at the break, but shortly after the restart they received a damaging blow. Chelsea have been at their weakest this season when facing adversity, but their response to the home goal will have buoyed Rosenior.

Source: Irish Examiner January 10, 2026 22:29 UTC