The FA Cup semi-final draw has set up intriguing clashes, as Coventry City, a Championship side, prepares to face Manchester United, while reigning champions Manchester City gear up to take on Chelsea.
Coventry City secured their spot in the semi-finals with a thrilling victory over Wolves, sealed by Haji Wright’s dramatic 100th-minute winner. This marks a significant moment for Coventry, as they haven’t graced an FA Cup semi-final since their triumphant campaign in 1987, the club’s sole major trophy. Managed by former Manchester United striker Mark Robins, who himself has FA Cup glory with United in 1990, Coventry is eager to make their mark on the grand stage once again.
Manchester United, boasting a storied history with the FA Cup, demonstrated their resilience by staging a comeback against arch-rivals Liverpool in extra time at Old Trafford. With a record twelve FA Cup titles to their name, the Red Devils are determined to add to their illustrious trophy cabinet, last lifting the FA Cup in 2016 and falling short in the final last season.
Meanwhile, Manchester City, holders of the FA Cup, showcased their dominance with a comfortable victory over Newcastle in the quarter-finals. The Citizens are on a quest to achieve an unprecedented second consecutive Treble, underlining their ambition to establish themselves as one of the greatest teams in English football history.
Chelsea, a perennial contender in recent FA Cup history, booked their place in the semi-finals by overcoming Championship leaders Leicester. The Blues have appeared in five of the last seven FA Cup finals, clinching the trophy in 2018, and are determined to reclaim the title this year.
Both semi-final showdowns are scheduled to take place at Wembley Stadium on the weekend of 20-21 April, promising thrilling encounters as these four teams vie for a coveted spot in the FA Cup final.
