Chelsea ease pressure with 3-1 win over Aston Villa in FA Cup replay

Chelsea bagged a comfortable 3-1 win over Aston Villa in the FA Cup fourth round, easing the pressure on manager Mauricio Pochettino.

The Blues took an early lead with Conor Gallagher’s powerful strike in the 11th minute.

Nicolas Jackson extended Chelsea’s lead to 2-0 midway through the first half, heading home a cross from Malo Gusto.

Enzo Fernandez added a stunning free-kick early in the second half to make it 3-0, as Chelsea continued to dominate the game at Villa Park.

Despite a late goal from Moussa Diaby in the 91st minute for Aston Villa, Chelsea emerged as 3-1 winners, securing their place in the FA Cup fifth round.