Chelsea defeated Port Vale 7-0 to secure their spot in the FA Cup semis at Wembley. The Blues' clinical display showcased their squad depth and the gulf in class between the two teams. Thomas Tuchel made several changes to his starting lineup due to injury concerns and prioritized the FA Cup. The win highlighted the importance of squad depth, with several players making a telling contribution in the match. Chelsea have a storied FA Cup record, with five tournament victories, including their most recent success in 2012.