When is 2026 FA Cup final? Man City v Chelsea date and time
Everything you need to know about the 2026 FA Cup final at Wembley Stadium including details of the date and kick-off time
news.paddypower.comThe 2026 FA Cup final is scheduled for Saturday, May 16, 2026, at Wembley Stadium in London, with Manchester City facing Chelsea. Chelsea advanced to the final after beating Leeds United in the semi-finals, while City reached the final following their semifinal victory (details vary by source).[3][4][9]
Key points to watch:
- Kick-off time and TV coverage: typically announced by The FA and broadcasters closer to the date; expect standard Wembley finals start times in the early to late afternoon UK window.[7][8]
- Final pedigree: City and Chelsea have both appeared in multiple FA Cup finals; this would be another chance for silverware in a marquee competition.[3]
- Venue and logistics: Wembley remains the host; tickets and access details are usually published by The FA and the official final site.[8][7]
Illustration example: imagine a timeline with the semis in April, a week or two of build-up coverage, then final day at Wembley with pre-match events and the kick-off in the late afternoon UK time.
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Citations:
- Final date and teams: sources indicate the final is on May 16, 2026, with Manchester City and Chelsea involved.[4][3]
- Semifinal context and venue: Wembley for the final and semifinal results reported by ESPN and other outlets.[9][8]