With a 4-0 victory over Chelsea in the third round of the FA Cup, Manchester City defeated the Blues for the second time in four days, increasing the pressure on Blues manager Graham Potter.
The magnificent free-kick by Riyad Mahrez, the penalty by Julian Alvarez, and the outstanding team goal by Phil Foden gave City a three-goal lead at the break. Late in the game, Mahrez scored twice from the penalty spot to increase the gap between the two teams.
If the Premier League leaders defeat Oxford United on Monday night, Pep Guardiola’s team can anticipate hosting Arsenal.
Potter, who was just appointed in September, is under more pressure as a result of the outcome. Chelsea has now dropped six of their previous nine games across all competitions, and since defeating Red Bull Salzburg in October, they haven’t won away from home.