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Manchester City heaped more misery onto Chelsea manager Graham Potter on Sunday as they dominated in a 4-0 win in the third round of the FA Cup.
Riyad Mahrez netted a brace, including a fine free-kick, while World Cup winner Julian Alvarez and Phil Foden were also on the scoresheet in an easy victory for Pep Guardiola's side.
City will now face either Oxford United or Arsenal in the fourth round, while Chelsea will have to make vast improvements if they are to regain any form of pride this season. Below, Sportsmail's Chris Wheeler (ratings) and Lewis Browning (explanations) rate both teams' players after the game.
Manchester City dominated Chelsea to earn a 4-0 win and a spot in the FA Cup fourth round
Riyad Mahrez shone as he netted a brace, including a fine free kick in the first half of the game
Man City
Stefan Ortega He could've set up a deckchair if he wanted to. Called into action once with his hands but looked comfortable with his feet, as you have to be in a City team. 6
Kyle Walker Had the chance to captain the side and got 90 minutes after his early withdrawal on Thursday. Great run to assist Foden. 7
Manuel Akanji Strong performance at centre half and complemented Laporte well. Like the other defenders, rarely tested. 6.5
Aymeric Laporte A stroll in the park on his return to fitness. He probably couldn't have wished for an easier game. 7
Aymeric Laporte put in a strong showing upon his return from injury for City on Sunday
Sergio Gomez Finally got his chance at full-back and impressed. Could be used more in the league. 6
Rodri Simple but effective as always. Will be frustrated to have been booked, but he makes it look easy. 7
Bernardo Silva Another positive showing in central midfield, orchestrating play. A moment of class to feed Foden, who then won the second penalty. 6.5
Phil Foden Looked at home centrally, which is where many fans have been crying out for him to play. Will be pleased with minutes in the bank after limited opportunities post-World Cup. 7
Phil Foden impressed in a central position for City, scoring one and winning a penalty
Riyad Mahrez A truly sensational free kick to open the scoring and was allowed to cut inside repeatedly by Chelsea. Penalty will do him the world of good - looks City's best option on the right. 8
Cole Palmer Didn't stand out and missed a good chance early on but it's clear why City rate him so highly. Linked play well, and will enjoy more minutes as time goes on. 6
Julian Alvarez Continues to play with a smile on his face, and why wouldn't he? Looked confident as anything to slot the penalty away and was unlucky not to pick up a second. 6.5
Julian Alvarez (left) scored from the spot on his return to the side after winning the World Cup
Subs
Kalvin Phillips (Rodri 58) More minutes in the bank as he tries to win over his manager. 6
Joao Cancelo (Gomez 59) Suddenly finds himself
