Guus Hiddink is ready to copy Leicester and Tottenham’s blueprint as he plots victory over Manchester City on Sunday.
The Dutchman has never lost an FA Cup tie in two spells at Stamford Bridge, but that record will be under severe threat today against Manuel Pellegrini’s side.
City, though, go into the clash on the back of two consecutive losses – against the Foxes and Spurs.
Chelsea boss Guus Hiddink wants to copy Premier League rivals to beat Manchester City in the FA Cup
Tottenham continued their title charge with a late victory over Manuel Pellegrini’s side at the Etihad
And Hiddink revealed: ‘I saw Tottenham and I saw Leicester also.
‘I think the Tottenham game they were unlucky and conceded that penalty. They were controlling the game a lot and had the bad luck to a yes or no penalty.
‘They defended well but I think they were having chances Manchester City. They were a bit unlucky in this game.
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Riyad Mahrez (centre) was the star as Leicester extended their lead over City with a 3-1 win
‘They were a bit hot cold against Leicester, that is true. But Leicester are a team that can surprise a lot.’
The Blues have improved since Hiddink took temporary charge and he lost his first game since returning after Edinson Cavani’s late goal earned PSG a narrow win in Paris.
But Chelsea will be buoyant to be returning to Stamford Bridge after thrashing Newcastle 5-1 during their last Premier League game.
Chelsea boss Guus Hiddink plotting FA Cup victory against Manchester City as he takes inspiration from Tottenham and Leicester
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