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Chelsea vs. Scunthorpe: Score, Reaction from 2016 FA Cup 3rd-Round Match

Chelsea defeated Scunthorpe United in the third round of the FA Cup at Stamford Bridge, comfortably winning 2-0 against the League One club on Sunday.

Goals from Diego Costa and Ruben Loftus-Cheek sealed the victory for interim coach Guus Hiddink, as the Blues cantered into the next round of the competition.

It was a steady day's work for the Premier League champions, who played well within their capabilities for the duration of the match, rarely having to find top gear.

Hiddink fielded a strong team for the tie, playing a formidable starting XI as Pedro replaced the injured Eden Hazard.