Football betting markets see Chelsea made favourites for FA Cup
Chelsea have been installed as favourites to win the FA Cup with football betting firms following the draw for the third round.William Hill makes the west London side, who will play League One outfit Southend United at home in their third-round tie, a 4/1 bet to win the oldest cup competition in club football.
The bookmaker prices Manchester United at 9/2 to lift the cup ahead of their third-round trip to Southampton, while holders Portsmouth are a 25/1 bet.
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Tony Adams' side play Bristol City in the third round, with non-league Barrow taking on Premier League opposition in the shape of Middlesbrough.
Meanwhile, Arsenal have been drawn at home to Plymouth Argyle and Liverpool face a trip to Preston North End.
William Hill is currently offering 1,000/1 on a non-league club winning the FA Cup in 2009.
The third-round ties will be played on January 3rd and 4th.
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