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WATCH: Mia Fishel to the rescue! USWNT star scores thunderous half-volley to spark Chelsea comeback in FA Women's Cup tie against West Ham

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  • Blues came from 1-0 down to win 3-1
  • Fishel scored a fierce strike
  • Game went to extra time
  • WHAT HAPPENED?

    Chelsea trailed 1-0 to West Ham thanks to Viviane Asseyi's 18th-minute goal, but Fishel was able to bring the Blues back level with a stunning strike. Controlling the ball on the turn, the USWNT star was able to spin and fire an unstoppable effort into the top corner to force extra time. In the additional 30 minutes, both Erin Cuthbert and Sjoeke Nusken scored to give Chelsea a 3-1 win.

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  • THE BIGGER PICTURE

    Chelsea have a storied history in the FA Cup and have won the competition five times. They are the defending champions, having lifted the trophy in 2023, and have now secured safe passage into the fifth round.

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    WHAT NEXT FOR CHELSEA?

    Their games don't get any easier, as Fishel and co will face Manchester United next Sunday, before playing Real Madrid in the Champions League.