Chelsea fans’ preferred lineup against Manchester City: Who wants to win the Cup?

TL;DR

Chelsea fans prefer a 4-2-3-1 formation for the FA Cup Final against Manchester City, with key players like Sánchez and James expected to play vital roles. The back-four formations hold a 60-40 edge over back-three options among supporters.

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Chelsea fans prefer a 4-2-3-1 formation for the FA Cup Final
Sánchez and Reece James are key players in the lineup
Back-four formations hold a 60-40 edge over back-three options

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EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - JULY 13: Joao Pedro #20 of Chelsea FC celebrates scoring his team's third goal with Malo Gusto #27, Cole Palmer #10 and Enzo Fernandez #8 of Chelsea FC during the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Final match between Chelsea FC and Paris Saint-Germain at MetLife Stadium on July 13, 2025 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images) | Getty Images Rumors abound that Chelsea will line up in a back-three today in the FA Cup Final against Manchester City, and there’s certainly an argument to be made that a tactical surprise could be just the thing to pull off the upset. Or it could be just the thing to make us look even more discombobulated than usual. For the WAHNH Community however, there isn’t too much debate. The back-four formations (4-2-3-1 or 4-3-3) hold a distinct 60-40 edge over back-three looks (3-4-3 or 3-4-2-1). That said, the individual players voted in do lend themselves a hybrid look that could easily transition between formations depending on the phase and state of play. It would require to step into midfield, though that’s not an uncommon thing these days, with perhaps covering the right side of the defensive line. **4-2-3-1 (49%)** Sánchez (90%) | (96%), (97%), (52%), Fofana (46%) | (99%), James (90%) | (71%), Enzo (96%), Palmer (98%) | João Pedro (98%) Players just missing out include (36%), (35%), (20%), and Malo Gusto (27$%). Trailing well off the pace behind them were the likes of Alejandro Garnaco (13%) and (7%), with all the rest even further below.

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What formation do Chelsea fans want against Manchester City in the FA Cup Final?

Chelsea fans prefer a 4-2-3-1 formation for the FA Cup Final against Manchester City.

Who are the key players in Chelsea's preferred lineup for the FA Cup Final?

Key players in Chelsea's preferred lineup include Sánchez, Reece James, and João Pedro.

What are the alternative formations Chelsea fans considered for the FA Cup Final?

Fans considered back-three formations like 3-4-3 and 3-4-2-1, but the back-four formations are favored.

Chelsea fans’ preferred lineup against Manchester City: Who wants to win the Cup?

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