2026 FA Cup Final
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The FA Cup Final is the oldest and most storied national football competition in the world. In 2026, the 145th edition of the final will return to its spiritual home, bringing together the two surviving teams from a field of over 700 to compete for the iconic silver trophy. This guide provides essential information for fans planning to attend the 2026 showpiece at Wembley.
📅 When is the 2026 FA Cup Final?
- Date: Saturday, May 16, 2026
- Kick-off: Subject to final broadcast confirmation
🏟️ Where is the 2026 FA Cup Final?
The final will be held at Wembley Stadium in London, the largest football venue in the United Kingdom.
- Venue: Wembley Stadium (connected by EE)
- Capacity: 90,000
- Location: Wembley, London HA9 0WS
About Wembley Stadium
Reopened in 2007, the “New” Wembley is famous for its iconic 133-metre tall arch, which has become a landmark of the London skyline. As the home of English football, it offers world-class facilities, including unrestricted views from every seat and a state-of-the-art sliding roof. For the FA Cup Final, the stadium is traditionally split into two halves, with one end allocated to each finalist’s supporters.
🎟️ How do I get tickets to the 2026 FA Cup Final?
Tickets for the FA Cup Final are highly sought after and are rarely available on general sale.
- Club Allocations: The vast majority of tickets (approximately 30,000 per club) are allocated directly to the two finalist teams. These are typically sold to season ticket holders based on loyalty points or attendance in previous rounds.
- The “Football Family”: A portion of tickets is distributed to the wider football community, including County FAs, volunteer coaches, and grassroots clubs.
- Club Wembley (Hospitality): This is the only way to guarantee a seat before the finalists are known. Club Wembley members have the FA Cup Final included in their multi-year licenses. One-off official hospitality packages are also sold via the FA’s official partners.
- Caution: secondary ticketing sites often list tickets at inflated prices. The FA strictly monitors unauthorized resales, and tickets purchased through unofficial channels may be cancelled.
🚇 How do I get to Wembley Stadium?
Wembley is a public transport destination. Driving is strongly discouraged due to “Event Day” parking restrictions.
- London Underground:
- Wembley Park Station: (Jubilee and Metropolitan Lines) – The iconic walk down Olympic Way (Wembley Way).
- Wembley Central Station: (Bakerloo Line and London Overground).
- National Rail:
- Wembley Stadium Station: Direct trains from London Marylebone (Chiltern Railways) take just 9 minutes.
- Coach: National Express is the official coach partner of Wembley Stadium, providing direct travel from over 50 UK cities.
🏨 Where to Stay for the 2026 FA Cup Final?
London has accommodation for every budget, but proximity to the stadium comes at a premium.
- Wembley Park (Walking Distance):
- Pros: Be in the heart of the pre-match atmosphere.
- Options: Hilton London Wembley, Novotel London Wembley, Premier Inn London Wembley Park.
- London Marylebone / Baker Street:
- Pros: Fast rail/tube access to the stadium and easy access to London’s West End for post-match celebrations.
- Options: The Landmark London, Hub by Premier Inn.
- Paddington / Bayswater:
- Pros: Excellent for fans traveling from the West of England or Wales via Great Western Railway.
🏟️ The Fan Experience
- Fan Zones: Dedicated fan zones for each club are usually set up in the Wembley Park area, offering food, drink, and live music.
- The “Royal Box”: Watch the historic moment as the winning captain climbs the 107 steps to the Royal Box to lift the trophy.
- Wembley Way: Arrive early to experience the atmosphere on Olympic Way as thousands of fans make their way toward the stadium arch.
🔗 Helpful Links for the 2026 FA Cup Final
- The FA Cup Official Website (Tickets & Info)
- Wembley Stadium Official Site
- Transport for London (TfL) Plan a Journey
- Visit London Official Guide
Last Updated on December 19, 2025 by Sports Tourist