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Fans are left furious at the FA Cup scheduling as Chelsea Supporters' Trust blast the 'zero consideration' which makes it IMPOSSIBLE for them to travel back from Middlesbrough quarter-final clash by train

Chelsea supporters have reacted with disbelief at the scheduling of their FA Cup quarter-final against Middlesbrough, which makes it impossible for them to get back from the game by train.

In another piece of timetabling which leaves fans at the mercy of the TV companies, the 5.15pm kick-off on Sunday, March 20 leaves train travel home impossible. Everton fans will also be unable to get to Selhurst Park for their 12.30pm lunchtime kick-off the previous day.

The timings, which follow the ludicrous 7.55pm start for Tottenham at Middlesbrough and the 8.