FA Cup Third Round: Manchester United, Chelsea, more

The FA Cup third round arrives with Manchester United seeking "evolution and progress" under interim boss Darren Fletcher. Following a draw at Burnley, United looked more settled in a 4-2-3-1 formation, finally providing decent service to Benjamin Sesko. While Brighton will present far stiffer opposition on Sunday, Fletcher’s side showed a willingness to go all out for the win, even introducing 18-year-old talent Shea Lacey.

At Stamford Bridge, the spotlight shines on Liam Rosenior as he inherits a talented but incoherent Chelsea squad. His most urgent task is to coax talisman Cole Palmer back into top form while inculcating his own principles of play. The football world waits excitedly to see how the 41-year-old fares in his first match against Charlton.

Manchester City, meanwhile, await the full return of Rodri as they host Exeter. It is hard to overstate how much the Spaniard has been missed; he is a "near-perfect midfielder" who provides essential protection for an iffy defense. Pep Guardiola needs Rodri back to his best immediately to reignite a season stalled by three consecutive draws.

Finally, Arsenal may look to Ethan Nwaneri during their trip to Portsmouth. Mikel Arteta has been reluctant to let the 18-year-old leave on loan, insisting "everybody has to be ready to play" amid ongoing injury concerns. Fratton Park offers the perfect stage for the youngster to earn precious minutes.

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