Wembley Stadium sets the stage for another blockbuster showdown on Saturday as Chelsea and Manchester City collide in the 2026 FA Cup Final.
With silverware, redemption, and history all on the line, both clubs arrive in the capital desperate to end recent heartbreak in this competition and finish the season with a statement victory.
For Chelsea, this is a chance to silence the doubts surrounding a turbulent campaign and finally end a painful run in domestic cup finals.
Chelsea don’t come into this one on great form, with just one win in their last five games – their semi-final victory over Leeds – but they did manage a difficult point away at Liverpool last weekend.
The Blues haven’t beaten Manchester City since their famous Champions League triumph in 2021 and head into the final as underdogs. Still, cup football has often brought out the best in Chelsea when expectations are low.
Manchester City, meanwhile, are chasing yet another trophy under Pep Guardiola and arrive at Wembley with momentum firmly on their side after a dominant win over Crystal Palace in midweek.
City are appearing in a fourth consecutive FA Cup Final – the first club ever to do so – but after losing the last two finals, Guardiola’s side will be determined not to let another opportunity slip away.
What are the best picks for Chelsea vs Manchester City?
Manchester City to Win
Manchester City head into Saturday’s FA Cup Final looking every bit the favourites after another dominant end to the season.
Pep Guardiola’s side have won six of their last seven matches in all competitions and arrive at Wembley with confidence sky-high following a convincing victory over Crystal Palace in midweek.
City’s experience in big games is also impossible to ignore; they are serial winners and have already won one domestic cup this season, and are still in the hunt for the Premier League as well.
If Guardiola’s men perform anywhere near their best level, they should have enough quality to lift the trophy at Wembley.
Both Teams to Score – Yes
While Man City are deserved favourites, Chelsea still have the attacking talent to make the final an interesting one.
Man City have also shown vulnerability defensively at times this season, especially when committing numbers forward in possession.
Four of their last six matches have seen both teams score, and with the pressure and emotion that often comes with a cup final, this game feels unlikely to stay quiet for 90 minutes.
Expect goals at both ends in what should be an entertaining Wembley showdown.
Erling Haaland to Score Anytime
Big players tend to deliver on the biggest stages, and Erling Haaland looks primed for another Wembley moment.
The Norwegian striker remains one of the most dangerous forwards in world football and has an outstanding record against top Premier League sides.
Chelsea’s defence has improved in recent weeks, but they still allow chances, and Haaland only needs one clear opening to punish opponents.
With a host of superstars all capable of supplying quality service, City should create enough chances for Haaland to score.
Where can I watch Chelsea vs Manchester City?
In the United States, the 2026 FA Cup Final will be streamed live on HBO Max. Kick-off is scheduled for 10:00 AM EST.
In the UK, the game will be shown live on BBC One and TNT Sports 1. You can also stream the match live on BBC iPlayer and HBO Max. kick-off at 15:00 GMT.
What is Chelsea’s current form?
L-L-W-L-D
What is Manchester City’s current form?
W-W-D-W-W
What is Chelsea’s predicted team?
Jorgensen – Gusto, Fofana, Colwill, Hato – Santos, Caicedo, Palmer, Fernandez, Cucurella – Pedro.
Suspended: Mudryk.
Doubts: Sanchez, Garnacho, Estevao, Gittens, Neto.
What is Manchester City’s predicted team?
Trafford – Nunes, Guehi, Khushanov, O’Reilly – Silva, Reijnders, Semenyo, Cherki, Doku – Haaland.
Doubts: Rodri.
What are the results of the last five head-to-head matches between Chelsea and Manchester City?
12/04/2026 – Chelsea 0-3 Manchester City (EPL)
04/01/2026 – Manchester City 1-1 Chelsea (EPL)
25/01/2025 – Manchester City 3-1 Chelsea (EPL)
18/08/2024 – Chelsea 0-2 Manchester City (EPL)
20/04/2024 – Manchester City 1-0 Chelsea (FA Cup semi-final)
