The upcoming FA Cup Third Round fixture sees Charlton Athletic take on Premier League giants Chelsea today, Saturday, January 10, 2026, at Charlton's home stadium, The Valley. This highly anticipated match is significant as it marks the official debut of Liam Rosenior as Chelsea's new head coach, following his appointment on January 6, 2026. Rosenior, who previously managed Hull City and Strasbourg, steps into a challenging role with Chelsea currently on a five-game winless streak across all competitions. The club hopes his arrival will bring a 'new manager bounce' and guide them to a convincing victory to progress in the prestigious competition. Charlton Athletic, currently 19th in the Championship and without a win in their last four games, will be led by manager Nathan Jones, who was appointed in February 2024. Jones's 'not an autograph session' comment, as referenced in related articles, underscores the team's determination to challenge their Premier League adversaries. The match is scheduled for an 8 p.m. GMT kick-off and will be broadcast live on TNT Sports 1 and discovery+ for UK viewers. A key rule for this season's FA Cup is the absence of replays; if scores are level after 90 minutes, the game will proceed to extra time and potentially penalties to determine a winner. This FA Cup encounter promises to be a classic cup tie, with Charlton aiming for an upset and Chelsea looking to kickstart a new era under Rosenior with a much-needed victory.