FA Cup: Holders Manchester City Face Chelsea in Mouthwatering Semifinal
High-Stakes Clash at Wembley Stadium
The highly anticipated FA Cup semifinal between reigning European champions Manchester City and Premier League rivals Chelsea is set to take place on Saturday, April 20, at the iconic Wembley Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled for 1615 hours (GMT).
A Clash of Titans
Manchester City, who have dominated English football in recent seasons, will enter the match as favorites. However, Chelsea, under new manager Graham Potter, have enjoyed a resurgence this season and will be determined to cause an upset.
FA Cup Pedigree
Both Manchester City and Chelsea have a rich history in the FA Cup. Manchester City has lifted the trophy six times, while Chelsea has been victorious eight times, including a memorable victory over their bitter rivals Arsenal in the 2018 final.
How to Watch
The match will be broadcast live on ESPN in the United Kingdom and Ireland. International viewers can access the live stream via ESPN's streaming services or through a variety of other streaming platforms.
Match Preview
Manchester City are expected to field a strong side, with World Cup winners Erling Haaland and Kevin De Bruyne leading their charge. Chelsea, meanwhile, could have new signing Enzo Fernandez making his debut. With both teams in fine form, this promises to be an unmissable spectacle for football fans around the world.
Published April 18, 2024, 06:13 AM
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