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Chelsea are now gearing up for one of their most important games of this fairly poor season. Calum McFarlane\u2019s side will take on Manchester City in the FA Cup final at the historic Wembley Stadium.<\/p>\n
Given the Blues\u2019 recent form, they will go into the game as underdogs with their opponents having won four out of their last five games in all competitions, whereas Chelsea have picked up only one win in as many games. That sole victory was, of course, their 1-0 win over Leeds United in the semifinals of the FA Cup.<\/p>\n
The Blues\u2019 last two cup games might just hand a minor boost to the team\u2019s morale. They scored a total of eight goals over the quarter-final and semi-final while keeping a clean sheet in both matches.<\/p>\n
Viewers in the UK will be able to watch the FA Cup final between Chelsea and Manchester City on BBC One, BBC Sport, TNT Sports 1, TNT Sports Ultimate and HBO Max.<\/p>\n
In the United States, the final can be viewed live on ESPN 2, ESPN Deportes, ESPN Select Football and Fubo.<\/p>\n
Indian viewers will be able to watch the game on Sony Ten 2 and Sony Liv.<\/p>\n
The FA Cup final between Chelsea and Manchester City will take place at Wembley Stadium, located in London.<\/p>\n
The game will kick off at 3 pm BST, 10 am ET and 7:30 pm IST on 16 May 2026.<\/p>\n
Total Matches \u2013 182<\/p>\n
Chelsea \u2013 71<\/p>\n
Manchester City \u2013 68<\/p>\n
Draws \u2013 43<\/p>\n
Chelsea last five games in all competitions \u2013 L L W L D<\/p>\n
Manchester City last five games in all competitions \u2013 W W D W W<\/p>\n
The Blues will have a chance at salvaging at least some of their season after their poor displays over the ongoing campaign. McFarlane, who has now been handed the interim charge for the second time this season, will look to lead his side to FA Cup glory.<\/p>\n
Of course, winning trophies is always important for a club like Chelsea. But there is a lot more up for grabs at Wembley.<\/p>\n
A win against Man City will also secure the Blues a direct spot in the UEFA Europa League as their Champions League dreams are now filled with too many \u2018ifs and buts\u2019, especially after Aston Villa beat Liverpool.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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