Shock or shun: Are the big clubs turning their backs on the FA Cup?

Accusations that the third round of the FA Cup has become an inconvenience for top-tier clubs resurfaced this weekend following a spate of giant killings. Following a busy festive period of fixtures squad rotation was flexed to the full extent with Manchester United making nine changes from their 2-0 league win at Newcastle in the league, and Manchester City, Chelsea, Arsenal and others following suit. For the Premier League’s top brass the move paid off - which is to be...

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