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Direct answer
- The final is contested by Manchester City and Chelsea, with City aiming for a fourth consecutive final appearance and Chelsea seeking a ninth FA Cup title.[1][2]
Context and details
- Semi-finals determined the finalists: Manchester City advanced after beating Southampton, and Chelsea prevailed over Leeds United to reach Wembley for the final.[5][6]
- The final was scheduled for May 16, 2026, at Wembley Stadium in London, and is part of City’s recent streak of strong FA Cup performances.[6][5]
Illustration (quick snapshot)
- Final matchup: Manchester City vs Chelsea at Wembley, May 16, 2026. City have been in multiple recent finals; Chelsea are seeking a return to the trophy after earlier decades of success.[2][9]
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Citations:
- Finalists and date:[2][5]
- Path to final (semifinals):[5][6]
- Historical context (City in consecutive finals):[1]