Crystal Palace face Manchester City in the 2025 FA Cup final at Wembley on May 17.
Get the kick-off time, broadcast info, all-time head-to-head record, and path to the final for this highly anticipated match.
Will City win a third straight title, or can Palace cause a major upset?
FA Cup Final 2025: Crystal Palace vs Manchester City – All You Need to Know
The stage is set for an exciting showdown as Crystal Palace and Manchester City prepare to clash in the 2025 FA Cup final. The prestigious match is scheduled to take place at Wembley Stadium on Saturday, May 17.
The final’s kick-off time is set for 4:30 PM BST. This timing was specifically scheduled following discussions between broadcasters BBC, ITV, and the Football Association. The decision was made to avoid a conflict with the BBC’s coverage of the Eurovision Song Contest, aiming to satisfy both fans and broadcasters. Football enthusiasts globally can look forward to a thrilling contest.
For Manchester City, this marks their third FA Cup final appearance under manager Pep Guardiola. The team has demonstrated significant dominance in recent years, particularly in the Premier League, which they have won three times in a row. Under Guardiola, they have also secured two FA Cups and four EFL Cups. City is now aiming for their third consecutive FA Cup title. Midfielder Mateo Kovacic noted that winning the FA Cup, alongside a top-four Premier League finish, would make it a positive season. Having been in the FA Cup final four times previously without a win, Kovacic highlighted how difficult it is to win and stated it would mean a lot to lift the trophy.
This will be Crystal Palace’s first FA Cup final since 2016 and only their third in the club’s history. While their overall record against City hasn’t been in their favour, they are determined to defy the odds and potentially cause a massive upset. Palace is described as determined underdogs, riding a wave of momentum with a talented and hungry group of players focused on making history.
Head-to-Head History
Looking at the all-time head-to-head record across various competitions, Manchester City holds a clear advantage.
In the Premier League, the teams have met 30 times, with City winning 18, Palace winning 4, and 8 matches ending in draws. Their last five Premier League encounters saw City win three times and draw twice. The most recent Premier League match on April 12, 2025, ended in a 5-2 victory for Manchester City.
In the First Division, they played 13 matches, with Palace winning 5, City winning 3, and 5 draws.
In the FA Cup, this upcoming final will be their third meeting. City emerged victorious in their previous two FA Cup matches against Palace.
Overall, across 73 matches in all competitions, Manchester City has won 39 times, Crystal Palace has won 17 times, and there have been 17 draws.
Journey to the Final
Both teams navigated challenging paths to reach Wembley.
Crystal Palace‘s journey included victories over Stockport County and Doncaster Rovers. They won a pulsating London derby against Millwall in the third round. In the quarter-finals, they secured a tight win against Fulham, where Eze notably shone. Their finest display came in the semi-final at Wembley, where they comfortably beat Aston Villa 3-0. Ismaïla Sarr’s pace was a constant threat, and Eze ran the midfield with flair and vision. Manager Oliver Glasner has been credited for instilling a distinct game plan and self-belief in the squad.
Manchester City‘s journey involved a dominant 8-0 win over Salford City in the third round. They also recorded wins against Leyton Orient, Plymouth Argyle, and Bournemouth. Their semi-final match saw them defeat Nottingham Forest 2-0, with Rico Lewis and Joško Gvardiol scoring.
Both teams are reported to be in impressive form heading into the final. The match will be broadcast live on BBC One and ITV1 in the UK, with talkSPORT providing radio commentary.
With Manchester City’s recent dominance and Crystal Palace’s determination to cause an upset, the 2025 FA Cup final promises to be a thrilling spectacle. Stay connected with Dominate Football.