How to watch Chelsea vs Morecambe; Emirates FA Cup broadcast

Discover the schedule and how to watch the Chelsea vs Morecambe match: broadcast, possible lineups, and more from the Emirates FA Cup.

10/01/2025, 09:22 PM +00:00

The Chelsea vs Morecambe match will be available on ESPN+ Plus on Saturday, January 11, at 10:00 AM ET / 7:00 AM PT. From Stamford Bridge, Chelsea will aim to showcase their quality and regain consistency in the FA Cup, while Morecambe arrives with the dream of upsetting one of English football's giants. Learn how both teams are performing, their strategies, and the keys to this matchup.

How Is Chelsea Performing?

Chelsea heads into this match aiming to regain consistency after mixed results in the Premier League. In their most recent match, they drew 1-1 against Crystal Palace, showing defensive solidity but lacking attacking efficiency. Before that, they suffered a 2-0 loss to Ipswich, highlighting struggles against compact defenses, which also appeared in their 2-1 defeat to Fulham.

Under Enzo Maresca’s leadership, Chelsea has excelled in European competitions, such as the Europa Conference League, where they secured a dominant 5-1 win over Shamrock Rovers. However, in domestic play, despite flashes of quality, maintaining regularity has been challenging, as reflected in recent draws against lower-tier teams.

Recent Chelsea Matches

January 4: Crystal Palace 1-1 Chelsea (Premier League)
December 30: Ipswich 2-0 Chelsea (Premier League)
December 26: Chelsea 1-2 Fulham (Premier League)
December 22: Everton 0-0 Chelsea (Premier League)
December 19: Chelsea 5-1 Shamrock Rovers (Europa Conference League)

How Is Morecambe Performing?

Morecambe, representing League Two, enters with a mixed run of results. In their last match, they achieved an important 2-0 victory over Tranmere Rovers, demonstrating tactical discipline and the ability to capitalize on quick transitions. Previously, they lost 1-0 to Salford City, where a lack of creativity in attack proved costly.

Derek Adams’ side has shown resilience in key moments, such as their 3-0 win over Barrow AFC, dominating a direct rival in their league. However, challenges against higher-tier teams have exposed their limitations, a crucial factor to consider as they face a team like Chelsea.