The club football action in Europe is at its climax at present. While the winners have been crowned for all the major leagues, a few domestic cup tournaments are yet to see their champions. Among them is the FA Cup 2023-24, the marquee cup competition in England.
Before we delve deep into all the nitty-gritty of the tournament, here are the important details about the final of the FA Cup 2023-24:
- Date: 25 May
- Venue: London, England
After six months of intense footballing action, only two teams are left in the race for the FA Cup — Manchester City and Manchester United. For the second year in a row, the summit clash will see a Manchester derby, one of the most high-octane rivalries in club football.
Having won a lot of silverware in recent years, Manchester City have shed their tag of being Manchester United’s ‘noisy neighbours’. Earlier this month, they won their fourth consecutive Premier League title, a record in the English domestic league. Therefore, the defending champions of the FA Cup will certainly head to the final as the favourites.
On the other hand, contrasting emotions engulf the Manchester United camp. This year, they recorded their worst finish in the Premier League since 1990. Besides finishing at the eighth spot and missing out on securing a place in any of the UEFA club competitions next season, they also ended the league with a negative goal difference. Several players have lost the confidence of the owners and manager Erik Ten Hag.
However, a team of Manchester United’s stature can never truly be written off. Millions of fans around the globe will hope for a resurgence, and a win in the FA Cup final against one of their strongest rivals will certainly be a step in that direction.
With so much interest around the match, we take a closer look at the FA Cup 2023-24 prize money, the schedule and venue of the final, and where/how you can livestream the contest. But first, we bring you…
A round-up of the FA Cup’s history
Founded in 1871-72, the FA Cup is the oldest existing domestic football tournament in the world. The tournament is open to all the teams down to level nine of the English football system.
Arsenal holds the record for the most titles with 14 FA Cup trophies in their cabinet. Meanwhile, at 22 (including the 2023-24 final), Manchester United has made the most appearances in the competition’s final.
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Notably, the winners of the FA Cup automatically qualify for the UEFA Europa League for the following season. They also earn a place in the FA Community Shield match where they face the winners of the Premier League.
However, if the FA Cup-winning team also books their spot in the UEFA Champions League, the place in the UEFA Europa League goes to the highest-ranked Premier League club that has not qualified for any European competition.
Similarly, if the FA Cup champions also win the Premier League, then the spot in the FA Community Shield (which acts as the curtain-raiser for the following season) goes to the runners-up in the Premier League.
As Manchester United failed to secure a place in any European competition for 2024-25, they will try their best to win the FA Cup and make it to the UEFA Europa League next season.
How much is the FA Cup 2023-24 prize money?
One of the most prestigious domestic cup tournaments in the world, the FA Cup comes with a substantial purse.
According to a report by The Football Association (The FA), the winners of the FA Cup 2023-24 will receive a prize money of around USD 2.5 million (almost HKD 19 million). On the other hand, the runners-up be rewarded with an estimated USD 1.3 million (approximately HKD 10 million).
Meanwhile, the two semi-finalists, Chelsea and Coventry City, will each take home a sum of USD 637,056 (nearly HKD 4 million).
A look at the schedule and venue for the final of the FA Cup 2023-24
The highly-anticipated FA Cup 2023-24 final between Manchester City and Manchester United will be played on Saturday, 25 May (10:00 PM HKT).
Like every year, the Wembley Stadium in London, England will host the summit clash. With a capacity of 90,000 spectators, this iconic stadium is the largest in the United Kingdom, and the second-largest in Europe.
Where to watch the FA Cup 2023-24 final in Hong Kong
Football fans in Hong Kong can live stream the FA Cup final on My TV Super, the official broadcaster of the tournament in this Asian region.
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(Main Image Credits: The Emirates FA Cup/Instagram; Featured Image Credits: The FA)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
– When is the final match of the FA Cup 2023-24?
The FA Cup 2023-24 final will be played on Saturday, 25 May.
– Where can I live stream the final match of the FA Cup 2023-24 in Hong Kong?
In Hong Kong, the FA Cup final will be available for live streaming on My TV Super.
– What is the prize money of the FA Cup 2023-24?
The winners of the FA Cup 2024-24 will receive a prize money of USD 2.5 million (nearly HKD 19 million).
