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When Stoke City hosts Chelsea in the fourth round of the Capital One Cup (or Football League Cup), more than progression to the next round will be at stake.

Stoke City and Chelsea are struggling in the Premier League this season, and a victory in the Capital One Cup will ease the tension and pressure that exists in both camps, albeit temporarily.

Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho faces another misconduct charge from the FA. The game against Stoke City could represent the public's sees him on Chelsea's sidelines for some time.

When: Tuesday Oct. 27, at 3:40 p.m. ET
Live Stream: beIn Sports Connect

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