The FA Cup third round tie between Charlton Athletic and Chelsea was halted due to a medical emergency shortly after kick-off. However, the game was stopped in the 10th minute due to a medical emergency. Charlton's X account confirmed the reason behind the stoppage, posting: "There has been a break in play due to a medical emergency in the crowd." Charlton later posted confirming the game was back underway and wished the affected individual well. Image: Rob Newell/CameraSport) Rob Newell/CameraSport)With the action back underway, Chelsea probed for an opening goal in their first game under Rosenior, who was named as Enzo Maresca's successor earlier this week.

Source: Daily Mirror January 11, 2026 05:33 UTC