Chelsea 3-0 Sheffield Wednesday: 5 Talking Points & Tactical Analysis | FA Cup 2018-19

#3 VAR intervenes twice in as many minutes as Chelsea take the lead

Willian stepped up from the spot to give Chelsea the lead

For the first time this season in all competitions, much to the relief of the Chelsea supporters, VAR came to the home side's rescue. In a first half that saw a rather unprepossessing approach from Chelsea, there were a few minutes that heated up the affair.

Higuain had his first attempt on goal in a Chelsea shirt from a through-ball played in by Mateo Kovacic and just three minutes later, Ethan Ampadu caught Pelupessy's heels. There was certainly some significant contact on the ball, but the Andre Marriner decided to point to the spot. VAR then came into action and rightfully overruled the initial decision.

Just after this incident, on the other side, skipper Cesar Azpilicueta, who was wearing the armband for the 50th time in his Chelsea career, won a penalty for his side. This time again, VAR was called upon, but much to the frustration of the away supporters, the decision stayed and eventually, Willian converted without any fuss.