Chelsea Vs Southend – FA Cup – Highlights

Chelsea are likely to be without Alex and Florent Malouda, who are both struggling with hamstring injuries.

Venue: Stamford Bridge Date: Saturday, 3 January Kick-off: 15:00 GMT.

Michael Ballack and John Terry are suspended and Michael Essien is still out with a knee problem, but Ricardo Carvalho is fit again.

Southend striker Francis Laurent hopes to play after recovering from illness.

Jean Francois-Christophe is available after securing a permanent transfer from Portsmouth following a successful loan spell.