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While the primary target is to secure Champions League foobtall, the FA Cup offers the Blues a genuine opportunity to build momentum and potentially deliver Rosenior his first piece of silverware at the club.
They travel to face a Hull City side whose impressive six-game unbeaten run recently came to an end after a 3-2 defeat at home to Bristol City.
The Tigers have been competitive and organised, particularly at home, but this represents a significant step up in quality against a Chelsea squad packed with attacking talent.
Hull City v Chelsea tips
• Chelsea to win – 27/100 with Bet365
• Over 2.5 goals – 57/100 with Bet365
• Both teams to score – 19/20 with Bet365
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Chelsea to win
Despite recent defensive inconsistencies, Chelsea’s superior quality should prove decisive. The Blues have lost just once in their last several outings across competitions and boast significantly greater depth than their Championship opponents.
Hull’s unbeaten streak may have boosted confidence, but facing top-tier opposition is a different challenge altogether.
With Rosenior likely to field a strong side in pursuit of silverware, backing Chelsea at 27/100 reflects the clear gap between the teams.
Bet explanation: This bet wins if Chelsea beats Hull City in regular time.
Over 2.5 goals
Chelsea’s 2-2 draw with Leeds highlighted both their attacking threat and defensive vulnerability as they have kept just two clean sheets since Rosenior took charge.
Hull, meanwhile, have shown they can contribute going forward, particularly at home. Cup ties often open up as the game progresses, especially if the underdog senses opportunity.
With Chelsea regularly involved in high-scoring matches and Hull unlikely to sit deep throughout, over 2.5 goals at 57/100 offers solid value.
Bet explanation: This bet wins if there are at least three goals in regular time in the game between Hull City and Chelsea.
Both teams to score
The Blues have struggled for defensive consistency, while Hull have found the net in several recent fixtures during their unbeaten spell.
Chelsea’s attacking quality should create chances, but their vulnerability in transition means Hull could capitalise on moments of space.
At 19/20, backing both teams to score looks a well-supported angle in what could be an entertaining FA Cup encounter.
Tip: Both teams to score @ 19/20
Bet explanation: This bet wins if both Hull City and Chelsea score at least a goal each in regular time.
Hull City v Chelsea odds
• Hull City – 17/2 with Bet365
• Draw – 9/2 with Bet365
• Chelsea – 27/100 with Bet365
Odds, correct at the time of publication, are subject to change.
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