What is the FA Cup semi-final draw: time, ball numbers, TV channel, stream, fixtures revealed.
The FA Cup semifinal draw has been confirmed, with Chelsea, Manchester City, Leeds United, and Southampton advancing to the final four.
The draw was made on Sunday following the conclusion of the quarterfinals. Leeds United advanced after a dramatic penalty shootout victory over West Ham United, while Manchester City thrashed Liverpool 4-0, Chelsea crushed Port Vale 7-0, and Southampton pulled off a shock 2-1 win against Arsenal.
Southampton’s appearance in the semifinals marks their first time reaching this stage since 2021.
As a Championship side, they will be the only non-Premier League team left in the competition.
All FA Cup matches are available to stream on ESPN+ in the United States, with linear television details expected to be announced closer to the matches.
Southampton’s appearance in the semifinals marks their first time reaching this stage since 2021.
As a Championship side, they will be the only non-Premier League team left in the competition.
All FA Cup matches are available to stream on ESPN+ in the United States, with linear television details expected to be announced closer to the matches.
What time is the FA Cup semi-final draw today?
The FA Cup Semi-Final Draw took place on Sunday, April 5, 2026.
Time: 14:00 BST (2:00 PM UK time)
Time: 14:00 BST (2:00 PM UK time)
It was broadcast live on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.
The draw is now complete, and the semi-final matchups are:
Chelsea vs Leeds United
Chelsea vs Leeds United
Manchester City vs Southampton
Both semi-finals will be played at Wembley Stadium on the weekend of April 25–26, 2026.
FA Cup 2026 Semi-Final Draw – Ball Numbers
The balls were drawn as follows:
Ball 1: Southampton
Ball 2: Chelsea
Ball 3: Manchester City
Ball 4: Leeds United
Where to watch FA Cup semi-final draw
TV channel: The draw will be broadcast for free on BBC One.
Live stream: Subscribers will be able to watch via the BBC Sport website, BBC iPlayer and the FA Cup’s official social media channels.
Internationally: The draw was streamed live on the FA’s YouTube channel, ESPN+ (in the US), and various international broadcasters.
2026 FA Cup semi-finals draw in Full
Chelsea (2) vs Leeds United (4)
Manchester City (3) vs Southampton (1)
When will the FA Cup semi-finals fixtures take place?
Both matches will be played at Wembley Stadium on the weekend of April 25–26, 2026.
When is the FA Cup final?
The FA Cup Final 2026 will take place on Saturday, May 23, 2026.
Key Details:
Date: Saturday, May 23, 2026
Key Details:
Date: Saturday, May 23, 2026
Venue: Wembley Stadium, London
Kick-off Time: Typically 3:00 PM BST
This is the traditional slot for the FA Cup Final, usually scheduled for the weekend after the Premier League season ends.
The semi-finals are scheduled for the weekend of April 25–26, 2026, at Wembley Stadium, with the winners advancing to the final on May 23.
The semi-finals are scheduled for the weekend of April 25–26, 2026, at Wembley Stadium, with the winners advancing to the final on May 23.
What is the FA Cup prize money, full prize fund breakdown for every round.
2026 FA Cup Prize Money – Full Breakdown
Here is the complete prize fund for the 2025/26 FA Cup (Men’s competition):
Extra Preliminary Round: Winner £1,125
Preliminary Round: Winner £1,444
First Round Qualifying: Winner £2,250
Second Round Qualifying: Winner £3,375
Third Round Qualifying: Winner £5,625
Fourth Round Qualifying: Winner £9,375
First Round Proper: Winner £47,750
Second Round Proper: Winner £79,500
Third Round Proper: Winner £121,500
Fourth Round Proper: Winner £127,000
Fifth Round Proper: Winner £238,500
Quarter-Finals: Winner £477,000
Semi-Finals: Winner £1,060,000 (Runner-up receives £530,000)
Final Runner-up: £1,060,000
Final Winner: £2,120,000
The total prize fund for the entire 2025/26 FA Cup competition is approximately £23.5 million.The winning club takes home £2.12 million for lifting the trophy at Wembley.
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