FA Cup final: Bridge too far for Chelsea

Chelsea went into this FA Cup final as firm favourites to claim the league and cup double against an Arsenal side who have been their inferior this season. But in the end it was just one game too far for Antonio Conte's men.

They looked leg-weary and slow and key men such as Eden Hazard and N'Golo Kante were unable to exert their usual influence.

The Blues threatened to demonstrate their durability and resilience once more when, even at a numerical disadvantage, Costa put them back in the game.

It was not to be - and the brutal truth is that on the day they were outplayed by a resurgent Arsenal. This has still been an outstanding season for Conte's side.