When is the 2026 FA Cup final? Wembley date and kick-off 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.comHere’s the latest on the 2026 FA Cup final.
- Date and venue: The final was scheduled for Saturday, May 16, 2026, at Wembley Stadium in London. This date was consistently reported across multiple outlets in late April 2026.[5][6]
- Finalists: Manchester City and Chelsea were confirmed as the two finalists for the Wembley showpiece, with City advancing through the semifinals and Chelsea reaching the final in April 2026. This pairing was announced in sources covering the semifinal results and final matchups.[1][9]
- Kick-off and broadcast: The official fixtures and major outlets indicated a typical Wembley afternoon kickoff on the Saturday date, with domestic TV and streaming details provided by sports media outlets.[9][5]
Illustration of the likely match context:
- Both sides entered the final with strong FA Cup pedigrees; City had been in multiple recent finals, while Chelsea were aiming for a return to glory in the competition.[4][1]
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