Football fans across the globe will be glued to their screens in their millions on May 15, watching the FA Cup Final action unfold at Wembley Stadium. You could elevate the experience further by securing seats at ‘The Home of Football’ today.
The most prestigious and oldest domestic club cup competition on the planet has lived up to its usual lofty expectations this season and if recent FA Cup Finals are anything to go by, we are set for a dramatic climax on the hallowed Wembley turf.
You could be part of this season’s famous FA Cup story. Let GOAL help guide you through all the vital ticket information, including how you can buy them, how much they cost and much more.
When is the FA Cup Final 2026?
| Date | Fixture (kick-off time) | Venue | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, May 16 | TBC vs TBC (4.30pm BST) | Wembley Stadium (London) | Tickets |
How to buy FA Cup Final 2026 tickets
Both of the clubs participating in the FA Cup Final will sell seats through their respective official ticket sites.
Be aware that capacity is limited, and demand often exceeds available allocation. Each of the two finalists is expected to receive approximately 30,000 tickets each.
You could also sign up for membership at Wembley Stadium, which, as well as ensuring you seats for the FA Cup Final, also provides a range of premium benefits, including access to hospitality lounges and members-only ticket presale hospitality bookings to concerts. However, this will be more expensive. Depending on the type of membership, the cost could range from £2,730 to £13,458.
In addition to buying FA Cup tickets via official routes, fans do have the option to obtain them on the secondary market, such as on platforms like LiveFootballTickets.
When are the FA Cup Semi-Finals 2026?
| Date | Fixture (kick-off time) | Venue | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 25 or 26 | Manchester City vs Southampton (TBC) | Wembley Stadium (London) | Tickets |
| April 25 or 26 | Chelsea vs Leeds United (TBC) | Wembley Stadium (London) | Tickets |
How much are FA Cup Final 2026 tickets?
Unsurprisingly, demand for FA Cup tickets grows as the competition continues, and it reaches a peak when we reach May’s final.
While the official 2026 Final details are yet to be confirmed, last year’s Wembley prices act as a good guide and were as follows:
| Section | Final |
|---|---|
| Level 2 Premium seats | £255 |
| Category 1 | £175 |
| Category 2 | £125 |
| Category 3 | £75 |
| Category 4 | £50 |
There were concessionary rates for supporters aged 65 and over, for children aged 16 and under, and Young Adults (17-21).
Remember to keep tabs on the clubs’ official ticket portals nearer the time, for additional information, and also on secondary resale sites such as LiveFootballTickets for current availability.
What FA Cup Final 2026 hospitality packages are available?
In regards the FA Cup Final, Experiences by Wembley Stadium offers fans the ultimate matchday experience. You're not just a VIP for the Final either, as you will also secure seats for the Carabao Cup Final.
There are also a range of exclusive member benefits, including priority access to tickets for major events such as Concerts, the NFL, and Boxing. There are six varying memberships as follows, ranging from £2,730 to £13,458:
- Inner Circle
- Centre Circle
- Number Nine
- Bobby Moore
- One Twenty
- Private Box
What to expect from the FA Cup Final 2026
Anything is possible in the FA Cup, but one thing is guaranteed, a new name will be etched in the famous trophy this year. Crystal Palace’s victory in the showpiece event at ‘The Home of Football’ last May was huge news, but the Eagles were brought down to earth with a bump after exiting this season’s competition at the very first hurdle, at the hands of non-league Macclesfield.
John Rooney's brave Macclesfield men may have been ousted by Brentford in the 4th round, but those who love an underdogs story, still have their hopes set on Championship outfit, Southampton, continuing their miracle run.
1976 FA Cup winners, Southampton, who caused shocks when knocking out Premier League sides Fulham and Arsenal in the previous two rounds, now have a mouthwatering semi-final encounter with Manchester City to look forward to. The Saints will be hoping it proves to be third time lucky, having lost twice in Wembley semi-finals in the past decade (vs Chelsea, 2018 & vs Leicester, 2021).
Chelsea go head-to-head with Leeds in the other semi-final, which is a rematch of the 1970 FA Cup Final, that famously needed a replay to decide the winner. Chelsea would hold their nerve, clinching victory in extra-time to claim their first ever FA Cup triumph.
Leeds return to Wembley Stadium for the first time since their painful Championship playoff final loss to Southampton in May 2024. That was a third successive defeat for the Yorkshire side at ‘The Home of Football’ following defeats to Doncaster (2008 Playoff final) and to Aston Villa (1996 League Cup final).
Who are the recent FA Cup winners?
| Year | Winner | Runner-up | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Crystal Palace | Manchester City | 1-0 |
| 2024 | Manchester United | Manchester City | 2-1 |
| 2023 | Manchester City | Manchester United | 2-1 |
| 2022 | Liverpool | Chelsea | 6-5 (pens) |
| 2021 | Leicester City | Chelsea | 1-0 |
| 2020 | Arsenal | Chelsea | 2-1 |
| 2019 | Manchester City | Watford | 6-0 |
| 2018 | Chelsea | Manchester United | 1-0 |
| 2017 | Arsenal | Chelsea | 2-1 |
| 2016 | Manchester United | Crystal Palace | 2-1 (aet) |