Mancienne set for first Chelsea start as Scolari rings FA Cup changes
First start: Michael Mancienne has seen more action for England U21s than he has for Chelsea
13 April 2012
England under-21 defender Michael Mancienne will make his first start for Chelsea in their FA Cup clash with Southend.
Mancienne, who was called into the full England squad for the friendly with Germany in November, comes into the side following his return from a three-month loan spell at Wolves.
Manager Luiz Felipe Scolari will rest a number of players for tomorrow's third round clash with the League One side.
Captain John Terry and midfielder Michael Ballack are suspended while Jose Bosingwa is carrying a slight knock.
Defender Alex and winger Florent Malouda are out with hamstring problems.
Goalkeeper Petr Cech will also be rested as Scolari includes youngsters Lee Sawyer and Jeffrey Bruma in the squad.
