The quarter final draws for the English FA Cup has pitted Premier League leaders Chelsea against Manchester United. The tie would be played at Stamford Bridge in March. There is an added spice to it because of Jose Mourinho. He is regarded as Chelsea's most successful manager. After winning three league titles, three league cups and two FA cup in two spells as manager of the West London side.
Chelsea have been very formidable this season as they lead the league with eight points from second place Manchester City. They defeated Wolves to get to the quarter finals, while Manchester United needed a goal from Zlatan Ibrahimovic to book their passage to the quarter finals against Championship side Blackburn. It was the Swede's 24th goal of his maiden season in English football.
In other ties, non league giant killers Lincoln City will play Arsenal or Sutton away from home. The gunners will play Sutton on Monday night in the last fifth round tie. There will be a London derby between Tottenham and Milwall. The East London side eliminated league champions and strugglers Leicester City.While Aitor Karanka's Middlesbrough will host either Manchester City or Huddersfield Town.
Full Quarter Final Draw
Chelsea v. Manchester United
Tottenham v Milwall
Sutton/Arsenal v Lincoln
Middlesbrough v Manchester City/Huddersfield
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