New Swansea City boss Paul Clement believes the FA Cup could help his side build the momentum needed to escape Premier League relegation.
The Swans, who are second from bottom in the Premier League table, travel to Hull in the third round on Saturday.
And despite the focus on top-flight survival, Clement insists he will learn from his first game in charge.
"It is not a distraction, it is a chance for me to prepare the team," said Clement.
"We have had a couple of sessions and it is a chance for me to observe the players, the level they are at and what we need to do in terms of personnel to improve the team.