Chelsea vs Preston: Preview, team news, how to watch, kick-off time & prediction

Chelsea host Preston North End in the FA Cup third round on Saturday evening at Stamford Bridge.

After their Carabao Cup penalty shootout heroics against Newcastle United saw Chelsea book a semi-final spot, the FA Cup brings another opportunity of silverware for Mauricio Pochettino’s side.

Chelsea have won their last two games since Christmas, beating both Crystal Palace and Luton Town with one goal separating each of the Premier League matches.

Pochettino’s side will be hoping to kickstart 2024 with victory and in their way are Preston, who are 14th in the Championship and have lost their previous two fixtures.

Here are all of the details ahead of Chelsea versus Preston North End in the FA Cup.

Date, time, location of Chelsea vs Preston

The FA Cup tie will take place on Saturday 6th January 2024 at 5.30pm (UK time) at Stamford Bridge, London.

How to watch Chelsea vs Preston

Chelsea’s clash against Preston will be available to watch live on live on the BBC iPlayer, Red Button and BBC Sport website and app.

Prediction

Chelsea 4-0 Preston