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Here's everything you need to know about the 2025-26 FA Cup, which will reach its climax with Chelsea and Manchester City squaring off for silverware in May.
Akil Howson will become the first black official to feature in an FA Cup final when Chelsea take on Manchester City next month.
Manchester City faces three games in a seven-day stretch that will be crucial in its bid for a domestic treble of trophies. The Premier League announced on Tuesday that City's postponed game against Crystal Palace has been moved to May 13.
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Darren England will referee the 2026 Emirates FA Cup Final at Wembley Stadium connected by EE, after the appointment of the team of match officials was confirmed. The Final between Chelsea and Manchester City takes place on Saturday 16 May (3pm BST) and a team of seven officials have been appointed to oversee the game.
A club reeling from recent struggles and major decisions, Chelsea will look to get their season back on track as they host Leeds United in the second FA Cup semifinal.