FA confirm 2026 FA Cup final date, kick-off and TV ahead of Leeds v Chelsea | OneFootball

The 2026 FA Cup final date, kick-off and UK broadcast plans have been set ahead of Leeds United’s Wembley semi-final against Chelsea this weekend.

The federation announced that the final will take place at Wembley on Saturday 16 May, kicking off at 3pm BST. Manchester City face Southampton on Saturday 25 April at 5.15pm, then Chelsea meet Leeds on Sunday 26 April at 3pm.

Leeds have reached the last four for the first time since 1987. The tie offers a shot at the 2026 FA Cup final against either City or Championship side Southampton.

In the UK, the Final will be shown live on TNT Sports, HBO Max, BBC One and iPlayer. International broadcast partners will be confirmed closer to the fixture.

Radio coverage will be provided by BBC Radio 5 Live and talkSPORT. Further details about the 2026 Emirates FA Cup Final will be published in advance.

Source: yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk