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    What time is FA Cup final? Date, kick-off CONFIRMED, TV channel and live stream for Arsenal vs Chelsea

    THE FA CUP is just around the corner, and the full details of it have now been announced.
    Here is how to watch the finale of the world’s oldest national football competition, between Arsenal and Chelsea.

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    Arsenal will take on Chelsea in the FA Cup finalCredit: Reuters
    When is the FA Cup final?
    The FA Cup final will take place on Saturday, August 1.
    The 139th final will kick off at 5.30pm BST, it has been confirmed.
    You’ve got to go back to 2011 for the last time it kicked off at 3pm.
    The final will be played between Arsenal and Chelsea.
    Wembley Stadium- albeit with no fans in attendance – will play host.
    What TV channel is the FA Cup final on
    Arsenal vs Chelsea will be televised on both BT Sport and BBC 1.
    Full daily schedule for the match and build up has yet to be announced.

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    Heads Up
    This year the FA Cup will be known as the Heads Up FA Cup Final, with sponsor Emirates donating their title.
    FA president Prince William said of the naming: “We’re going to really use the Final as a moment to promote good, positive mental health for everyone.
    “It’s quite timely bearing in mind what we’ve all been through with this pandemic. I think there’s going to be, sadly, a lot of repercussions from this in society, not just in football, in terms of people’s mental health. Hopefully the FA Cup can be a bit of a pivot that people can rally around.”
    Most FA Cup triumphs
    Arsenal – 13

    Man Utd – 12
    Chelsea – 8
    Tottenham – 8
    Liverpool – 7

    Aston Villa – 7
    Newcastle – 6
    Man City – 6
    Blackburn – 6 More

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    Inside Wembley tunnel as Man Utd star Mata reunites with old Chelsea pals bringing tears to fans’ eyes

    CHELSEA fans have been reduced to tears after Juan Mata was seen chatting to his old Blues team-mates after Sunday’s FA Cup semi-final.
    The Spaniard was an unused substitute for Manchester United as they suffered a 3-1 defeat to Frank Lampard’s side.

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    Juan Mata embraced Spanish compatriots Pedro and Cesar Azpilicueta after Manchester United’s FA Cup defeat to ChelseaCredit: YouTube

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    The midfielder gave his shirt to former Barcelona ace Pedro in the Wembley tunnelCredit: YouTube
    Chelsea set up a cup-final date with Arsenal after Olivier Giroud and Mason Mount found the back of the net either side of the break.
    Harry Maguire netted an own goal before Bruno Fernandes scored a late consolation from the penalty spot.
    Following Sunday’s match, the official FA Cup YouTube channel released tunnel footage of the players returning to the dressing rooms.
    And one moment showing Spanish compatriots Cezar Azpilicueta, Pedro and Mata catching up made Chelsea fans very emotional.

    In the short clip former Blues ace Mata, 32, took off his United shirt to give to the Chelsea captain only for ‘Dave’ to pass it on to Pedro.
    One commented: “Seeing mata with the boys brought a tear to my eyes.”
    Another said: “Honestly the moment between Azpi, Pedro and Mata was way cooler.”
    A third claimed: “Mata once a blue always a blue.”

    Meanwhile, both Chelsea and United remain fierce-rivals in the race for Champions League football this season.
    The Blues sit third, just one point above the Red Devils and Leicester with two matches remaining.
    Chelsea are set for a daunting run-in against Champions Liverpool before facing Wolves on the final day while United must get past West Ham ahead of a shootout with the Foxes.

    Solskjaer says De Gea ‘should have saved’ Mount goal after keeper makes two unfortunate mistakes versus Chelsea in FA Cup semi-final More

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    When is FA Cup final? Date, kick-off time, TV channel and live stream as Arsenal make Wembley showpiece

    THE FA CUP semi-finals have been and gone.
    Which means the big final is just around the corner! Here is how to watch the climax of the world’s oldest national football competition.

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    Arsenal will take on Chelsea in the FA Cup finalCredit: Reuters
    When is the FA Cup final?
    The FA Cup final will take place on Saturday, August 1.
    A kick-off time has not yet been confirmed, though last season the final kicked off at 5pm.
    You’ve got to go back to 2011 for the last time it kicked off at 3pm.
    The final will be played between Arsenal and Chelsea.
    Wembley Stadium- albeit with no fans in attendance – will play host.
    It is expected to be broadcast on both BBC One and BT Sport, as it was originally intended.

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    Heads Up
    This year the FA Cup will be known as the Heads Up FA Cup Final, with sponsor Emirates donating their title.
    FA president Prince William said of the naming: “We’re going to really use the Final as a moment to promote good, positive mental health for everyone.
    “It’s quite timely bearing in mind what we’ve all been through with this pandemic. I think there’s going to be, sadly, a lot of repercussions from this in society, not just in football, in terms of people’s mental health. Hopefully the FA Cup can be a bit of a pivot that people can rally around.”
    Most FA Cup triumphs
    Arsenal – 13

    Man Utd – 12
    Chelsea – 8
    Tottenham – 8
    Liverpool – 7

    Aston Villa – 7
    Newcastle – 6
    Man City – 6
    Blackburn – 6 More

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    Man Utd 1 Chelsea 3 LIVE REACTION: Giroud and Mount profit from De Gea howlers as Blues through to FA Cup final

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    Mason Mount scores after an absolute howler from David De Gea.n
    📺 @BBCOne & @BBCiPlayer📻 @BBCSounds📱 https://t.co/2AvZE401Ms#bbcfootball #MUNCHE pic.twitter.com/2tt8utzssTn
    — Match of the Day (@BBCMOTD) July 19, 2020n
    n”,”raw”:”
    PRESSURE MOUNTING

    Let’s have a look at that nightmare moment for David de Gea earlier, as Mason Mount’s weak shot squirmed past him for 2-0.

    https://twitter.com/BBCMOTD/status/1284921335353925633 “},”date”:{“timestamp”:1595186872,”date_formatted”:”19th July 2020″,”time_formatted”:”8:27 pm”},”author”:”Etienne Fermie”,”avatar”:{“src”:”https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/0efb5f33798df983a4f3282b4f9df0c6?s=96&d=mm&r=g”,”width”:30,”height”:30}},{“id”:”307238″,”type”:”new”,”post_id”:”12160614″,”css_classes”:”liveblog byuser comment-author-etienne-fermie bypostauthor odd alt thread-odd thread-alt depth-1 liveblog-entry liveblog-entry-class-307238″,”content”:{“rendered”:”
    LAMPARD SPEAKSnn
    The Chelsea boss told BT Sport on Manchester United’s three-at-the-back: “I was surprised that they matched us up.”nn
    He then continued: “I could go through the whole team, very proud.nn
    “Sometimes a bit of edge around the place isn’t the worst.nn
    “It’s easy to say that when you’ve won, but it’s been like that.”n”,”raw”:”
    LAMPARD SPEAKS

    The Chelsea boss told BT Sport on Manchester United’s three-at-the-back: “I was surprised that they matched us up.”

    He then continued: “I could go through the whole team, very proud.

    “Sometimes a bit of edge around the place isn’t the worst.

    “It’s easy to say that when you’ve won, but it’s been like that.”

    “},”date”:{“timestamp”:1595186517,”date_formatted”:”19th July 2020″,”time_formatted”:”8:21 pm”},”author”:”Etienne Fermie”,”avatar”:{“src”:”https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/0efb5f33798df983a4f3282b4f9df0c6?s=96&d=mm&r=g”,”width”:30,”height”:30}},{“id”:”307234″,”type”:”new”,”post_id”:”12160614″,”css_classes”:”liveblog byuser comment-author-etienne-fermie bypostauthor even thread-even depth-1 liveblog-entry liveblog-entry-class-307234″,”content”:{“rendered”:”
    MOUNTING A CHALLENGEnn
    Mason Mount speaks to BT Sport following the match.nn
    He said: “I always want to score goals create assists.nn
    “It hasn’t happened in a while but you’re always looking to effect the game in different areas.”n”,”raw”:”
    MOUNTING A CHALLENGE

    Mason Mount speaks to BT Sport following the match.

    He said: “I always want to score goals create assists.

    “It hasn’t happened in a while but you’re always looking to effect the game in different areas.””},”date”:{“timestamp”:1595186385,”date_formatted”:”19th July 2020″,”time_formatted”:”8:19 pm”},”author”:”Etienne Fermie”,”avatar”:{“src”:”https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/0efb5f33798df983a4f3282b4f9df0c6?s=96&d=mm&r=g”,”width”:30,”height”:30}},{“id”:”307232″,”type”:”new”,”post_id”:”12160614″,”css_classes”:”liveblog byuser comment-author-etienne-fermie bypostauthor odd alt thread-odd thread-alt depth-1 liveblog-entry liveblog-entry-class-307232″,”content”:{“rendered”:”
    FULL TIME: MAN UTD 1 CHELSEA 3 n
    ON AVERAGE…nn
    Both sides opted to field back threes… but Chelsea utilised their system much more effectively.nn
    This Opta graphic illustrates the Blues’ wing-backs being able to push up higher.nn
    n”,”raw”:”
    FULL TIME: MAN UTD 1 CHELSEA 3
    ON AVERAGE…

    Both sides opted to field back threes… but Chelsea utilised their system much more effectively.

    This Opta graphic illustrates the Blues’ wing-backs being able to push up higher.

    “},”date”:{“timestamp”:1595186249,”date_formatted”:”19th July 2020″,”time_formatted”:”8:17 pm”},”author”:”Etienne Fermie”,”avatar”:{“src”:”https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/0efb5f33798df983a4f3282b4f9df0c6?s=96&d=mm&r=g”,”width”:30,”height”:30}},{“id”:”307230″,”type”:”new”,”post_id”:”12160614″,”css_classes”:”liveblog byuser comment-author-etienne-fermie bypostauthor even thread-even depth-1 liveblog-entry liveblog-entry-class-307230″,”content”:{“rendered”:”
    FULL TIME: MAN UTD 1 CHELSEA 3n
    IN POSSESSIONnn
    Manchester United may have edged the possession, but they struggled to land significant blows on the Blues!nn
    n”,”raw”:”
    FULL TIME: MAN UTD 1 CHELSEA 3
    IN POSSESSION

    Manchester United may have edged the possession, but they struggled to land significant blows on the Blues!

    “},”date”:{“timestamp”:1595185993,”date_formatted”:”19th July 2020″,”time_formatted”:”8:13 pm”},”author”:”Etienne Fermie”,”avatar”:{“src”:”https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/0efb5f33798df983a4f3282b4f9df0c6?s=96&d=mm&r=g”,”width”:30,”height”:30}},{“id”:”307227″,”type”:”new”,”post_id”:”12160614″,”css_classes”:”liveblog byuser comment-author-etienne-fermie bypostauthor odd alt thread-odd thread-alt depth-1 liveblog-entry liveblog-entry-class-307227″,”content”:{“rendered”:”
    FULL TIME: MAN UTD 1 CHELSEA 3 n
    GIROUD SPEAKS TO BT SPORTnn
    “We are very happy with the performance today said: “It’s gonna be so special personally for menn
    “We are very happy with the performance today.”n”,”raw”:”
    FULL TIME: MAN UTD 1 CHELSEA 3
    GIROUD SPEAKS TO BT SPORT

    “We are very happy with the performance today said: “It’s gonna be so special personally for me

    “We are very happy with the performance today.””},”date”:{“timestamp”:1595185878,”date_formatted”:”19th July 2020″,”time_formatted”:”8:11 pm”},”author”:”Etienne Fermie”,”avatar”:{“src”:”https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/0efb5f33798df983a4f3282b4f9df0c6?s=96&d=mm&r=g”,”width”:30,”height”:30}},{“id”:”307226″,”type”:”new”,”post_id”:”12160614″,”css_classes”:”liveblog byuser comment-author-etienne-fermie bypostauthor even thread-even depth-1 liveblog-entry liveblog-entry-class-307226″,”content”:{“rendered”:”
    FULL TIME: MAN UTD 1 CHELSEA 3nn
    On a day in which both managers reverted to a back three, it was three’n’easy in the end for Frank Lampard and Chelsea as they sailed through to the FA Cup final.nn
    From the moment that Olivier Giroud gave the Blues the lead on the stroke of half-time, it never seemed in doubt.nn
    A David de Gea nightmare certainly assisted the West Londoners, but in the end it was a deservedly comfortable win for Chelsea, despite a late Bruno Fernandes penalty.nn
    They will face Arsenal under the arch on August 1.nn
    n”,”raw”:”
    FULL TIME: MAN UTD 1 CHELSEA 3

    On a day in which both managers reverted to a back three, it was three’n’easy in the end for Frank Lampard and Chelsea as they sailed through to the FA Cup final.

    From the moment that Olivier Giroud gave the Blues the lead on the stroke of half-time, it never seemed in doubt.

    A David de Gea nightmare certainly assisted the West Londoners, but in the end it was a deservedly comfortable win for Chelsea, despite a late Bruno Fernandes penalty.

    They will face Arsenal under the arch on August 1.

    “},”date”:{“timestamp”:1595185677,”date_formatted”:”19th July 2020″,”time_formatted”:”8:07 pm”},”author”:”Etienne Fermie”,”avatar”:{“src”:”https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/0efb5f33798df983a4f3282b4f9df0c6?s=96&d=mm&r=g”,”width”:30,”height”:30}},{“id”:”307225″,”type”:”new”,”post_id”:”12160614″,”css_classes”:”liveblog byuser comment-author-etienne-fermie bypostauthor odd alt thread-odd thread-alt depth-1 liveblog-entry liveblog-entry-class-307225″,”content”:{“rendered”:”
    MAN UTD 1 CHELSEA 3nn
    90+6′ Hudson-Odoi embarks on a mazy dribble, and manufactures a decent shooting opportunity!nn
    But the youngster fires over the crossbar.n”,”raw”:”
    MAN UTD 1 CHELSEA 3

    90+6′ Hudson-Odoi embarks on a mazy dribble, and manufactures a decent shooting opportunity!

    But the youngster fires over the crossbar.”},”date”:{“timestamp”:1595185537,”date_formatted”:”19th July 2020″,”time_formatted”:”8:05 pm”},”author”:”Etienne Fermie”,”avatar”:{“src”:”https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/0efb5f33798df983a4f3282b4f9df0c6?s=96&d=mm&r=g”,”width”:30,”height”:30}},{“id”:”307224″,”type”:”new”,”post_id”:”12160614″,”css_classes”:”liveblog byuser comment-author-etienne-fermie bypostauthor even thread-even depth-1 liveblog-entry liveblog-entry-class-307224″,”content”:{“rendered”:”
    MAN UTD 1 CHELSEA 3nn
    90+5′ Jorginho bursts forward, before poking the ball to Pedro on the edge of the box.nn
    The Spaniard slips it to Alonso… who whacks a cross straight out for a throw-in…n”,”raw”:”
    MAN UTD 1 CHELSEA 3

    90+5′ Jorginho bursts forward, before poking the ball to Pedro on the edge of the box.

    The Spaniard slips it to Alonso… who whacks a cross straight out for a throw-in…”},”date”:{“timestamp”:1595185482,”date_formatted”:”19th July 2020″,”time_formatted”:”8:04 pm”},”author”:”Etienne Fermie”,”avatar”:{“src”:”https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/0efb5f33798df983a4f3282b4f9df0c6?s=96&d=mm&r=g”,”width”:30,”height”:30}},{“id”:”307223″,”type”:”new”,”post_id”:”12160614″,”css_classes”:”liveblog byuser comment-author-etienne-fermie bypostauthor odd alt thread-odd thread-alt depth-1 liveblog-entry liveblog-entry-class-307223″,”content”:{“rendered”:”
    MAN UTD 1 CHELSEA 3nn
    90+3′ And STILL United are can’t muster anything coherent.n”,”raw”:”
    MAN UTD 1 CHELSEA 3

    90+3′ And STILL United are can’t muster anything coherent.”},”date”:{“timestamp”:1595185373,”date_formatted”:”19th July 2020″,”time_formatted”:”8:02 pm”},”author”:”Etienne Fermie”,”avatar”:{“src”:”https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/0efb5f33798df983a4f3282b4f9df0c6?s=96&d=mm&r=g”,”width”:30,”height”:30}},{“id”:”307222″,”type”:”new”,”post_id”:”12160614″,”css_classes”:”liveblog byuser comment-author-etienne-fermie bypostauthor even thread-even depth-1 liveblog-entry liveblog-entry-class-307222″,”content”:{“rendered”:”
    MAN UTD 1 CHELSEA 3nn
    90+1′ Pedro replaces Mason Mount for stoppage time.n”,”raw”:”
    MAN UTD 1 CHELSEA 3

    90+1′ Pedro replaces Mason Mount for stoppage time.”},”date”:{“timestamp”:1595185222,”date_formatted”:”19th July 2020″,”time_formatted”:”8:00 pm”},”author”:”Etienne Fermie”,”avatar”:{“src”:”https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/0efb5f33798df983a4f3282b4f9df0c6?s=96&d=mm&r=g”,”width”:30,”height”:30}},{“id”:”307221″,”type”:”new”,”post_id”:”12160614″,”css_classes”:”liveblog byuser comment-author-etienne-fermie bypostauthor odd alt thread-odd thread-alt depth-1 liveblog-entry liveblog-entry-class-307221″,”content”:{“rendered”:”
    MAN UTD 1 CHELSEA 3nn
    90′ Pogba is adjudged to have fouled Alonso while running down the right-flank, and is visibly frustrated at the decision.nn
    Six minutes added on at Wembley.n”,”raw”:”
    MAN UTD 1 CHELSEA 3

    90′ Pogba is adjudged to have fouled Alonso while running down the right-flank, and is visibly frustrated at the decision.

    Six minutes added on at Wembley.”},”date”:{“timestamp”:1595185205,”date_formatted”:”19th July 2020″,”time_formatted”:”8:00 pm”},”author”:”Etienne Fermie”,”avatar”:{“src”:”https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/0efb5f33798df983a4f3282b4f9df0c6?s=96&d=mm&r=g”,”width”:30,”height”:30}},{“id”:”307220″,”type”:”new”,”post_id”:”12160614″,”css_classes”:”liveblog byuser comment-author-etienne-fermie bypostauthor even thread-even depth-1 liveblog-entry liveblog-entry-class-307220″,”content”:{“rendered”:”
    MAN UTD 1 CHELSEA 3nn
    89′ Fernandes stabs a ball over the top towards Odion Ighalo… but Willy Caballero is out quickly to defy his years and steer the ball to safety.n”,”raw”:”
    MAN UTD 1 CHELSEA 3

    89′ Fernandes stabs a ball over the top towards Odion Ighalo… but Willy Caballero is out quickly to defy his years and steer the ball to safety.”},”date”:{“timestamp”:1595185124,”date_formatted”:”19th July 2020″,”time_formatted”:”7:58 pm”},”author”:”Etienne Fermie”,”avatar”:{“src”:”https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/0efb5f33798df983a4f3282b4f9df0c6?s=96&d=mm&r=g”,”width”:30,”height”:30}},{“id”:”307219″,”type”:”new”,”post_id”:”12160614″,”css_classes”:”liveblog byuser comment-author-etienne-fermie bypostauthor odd alt thread-odd thread-alt depth-1 liveblog-entry liveblog-entry-class-307219″,”content”:{“rendered”:”
    MAN UTD 1 CHELSEA 3nn
    88′ Despite the goal, United are still struggling to muster anything coherent.n”,”raw”:”
    MAN UTD 1 CHELSEA 3

    88′ Despite the goal, United are still struggling to muster anything coherent.”},”date”:{“timestamp”:1595185058,”date_formatted”:”19th July 2020″,”time_formatted”:”7:57 pm”},”author”:”Etienne Fermie”,”avatar”:{“src”:”https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/0efb5f33798df983a4f3282b4f9df0c6?s=96&d=mm&r=g”,”width”:30,”height”:30}},{“id”:”307218″,”type”:”new”,”post_id”:”12160614″,”css_classes”:”liveblog byuser comment-author-etienne-fermie bypostauthor even thread-even depth-1 liveblog-entry liveblog-entry-class-307218″,”content”:{“rendered”:”
    MAN UTD 1 CHELSEA 3nn
    86′ Fernandes take a hop, skip and a jump – and tucks the ball past Willy Caballero!nn
    They couldn’t, could they?nn
    Kovacic is replaced by Ruben Loftus-Cheek in the aftermath of the goal.n”,”raw”:”
    MAN UTD 1 CHELSEA 3

    86′ Fernandes take a hop, skip and a jump – and tucks the ball past Willy Caballero!

    They couldn’t, could they?

    Kovacic is replaced by Ruben Loftus-Cheek in the aftermath of the goal.”},”date”:{“timestamp”:1595184943,”date_formatted”:”19th July 2020″,”time_formatted”:”7:55 pm”},”author”:”Etienne Fermie”,”avatar”:{“src”:”https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/0efb5f33798df983a4f3282b4f9df0c6?s=96&d=mm&r=g”,”width”:30,”height”:30}},{“id”:”307216″,”type”:”new”,”post_id”:”12160614″,”css_classes”:”liveblog byuser comment-author-etienne-fermie bypostauthor odd alt thread-odd thread-alt depth-1 liveblog-entry liveblog-entry-class-307216″,”content”:{“rendered”:”
    GOAL!!! FERNANDES CONVERTS THE PENALTY!n”,”raw”:”
    GOAL!!! FERNANDES CONVERTS THE PENALTY!

    “},”date”:{“timestamp”:1595184898,”date_formatted”:”19th July 2020″,”time_formatted”:”7:54 pm”},”author”:”Etienne Fermie”,”avatar”:{“src”:”https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/0efb5f33798df983a4f3282b4f9df0c6?s=96&d=mm&r=g”,”width”:30,”height”:30}},{“id”:”307215″,”type”:”new”,”post_id”:”12160614″,”css_classes”:”liveblog byuser comment-author-etienne-fermie bypostauthor even thread-even depth-1 liveblog-entry liveblog-entry-class-307215″,”content”:{“rendered”:”
    MAN UTD 0 CHELSEA 3nn
    85′ Callum Hudson-Odoi trips fellow sub Anthony Martial as the latter lined up a shot!nn
    Bruno Fernandes steps up…n”,”raw”:”
    MAN UTD 0 CHELSEA 3

    85′ Callum Hudson-Odoi trips fellow sub Anthony Martial as the latter lined up a shot!

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    FA CUP LIVE

    Live Blog

    Etienne Fermie

    19 Jul 2020, 21:50
    Updated: 19 Jul 2020, 21:52

    CHELSEA are through to the FA Cup final after a superb performance against Man Utd at Wembley.
    David De Gea had a day to forget between the sticks, making costly errors as Olivier Giroud and Mason Mount netted either side of half-time.
    Harry Maguire put through his own goal to cap a miserable day for United, although Bruno Fernandes grabbed a late consolation from the spot.
    Final score: Man Utd 1-3 Chelsea (Bruno Fernandes pen 85′; Giroud 45′, Mount 47′, Maguire OG 74′)
    Follow all the latest reaction from Wembley with our live blog below…

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    Furious Man Utd fans say David De Gea is ‘finished’ after two massive howlers help Chelsea reach FA Cup final

    DAVID DE GEA has become the target of furious Manchester United fans again after TWO horror mistakes against Chelsea.
    The Spaniard, once arguably the best goalkeeper in world football, has suffered from a shocking loss of form in the last couple of years.

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    David De Gea made TWO horror errors against Chelsea in the FA Cup semi-finalCredit: Reuters

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    Man Utd fans were not impresed by the latest De Gea Horror showCredit: Times Newspapers Ltd
    He was at his very worst at Wembley on Saturday, directly responsible for two Chelsea goals in the FA Cup semi-final.
    United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer did not hold back with his assessment of De Gea, saying the keeper should have saved the second shot “100 times out of 100.”
    The Norwegian told BBC Sport: “I can’t speak for David De Gea’s confidence but he is mentally very strong.
    “He knows he should save that one 100 times out of 100 but that’s football for you. I made the decision to play him and mentally he was ready for it.

    “You know Olivier Giroud’s movement, you know he goes to the near post and we should defend that better.
    We are a little too late in those situations and the second goal was very avoidable.”

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    Utd boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer will face questions over De Gea’s future with Dean Henderson impressing out on loanCredit: Times Newspapers Ltd
    Deep in first-half stoppage time – following a long break because of Eric Bailly’s head injury – De Gea was caught unawares by Olivier Giroud.
    The French striker turned in a Cesar Azpilicueta cross to the near post that wiggled right through the goalkeeper.

    Then, just a minute after the second half started, De Gea produced an even worse howler when he failed to stop Mason Mount’s shot.
    Mount – scoring his first goal in 26 games – intercepted a shocking Brandon Williams pass before striking from outside the box.
    Although it was reasonably well hit along the ground, it was a save one would expect a Sunday league goalkeeper to make.

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    Olivier Giroud opened the scoring after his near-post flick squeezed through the keeperCredit: EPA
    Speaking on BBC Sport, during the drinks break, Alan Shearer said: “De Gea should do better there.
    “It’s a huge error, he really should be saving that.”
    Phil Neville added the second mistake was “horrendous”.
    Neville, who won six Premier League titles, three FA Cups and the Champions League with United, later said: “He’s unrecognisable from the player who won four player of the year [awards] in five years.
    “He keeps making mistakes. You look at the three goals today, I think a confident, on form, assured De Gea saves all three.
    “If I was Ole Gunnar Solskjaer I would be worried because his performance levels have dipped and he’s inconsistent now.
    “I wouldn’t leave him out [Solskjaer] already stated that Dean Henderson will be a future United No1, but at the moment he will stick with De Gea.
    “His credentials are still up there with the best in the world but at the moment he’s just lost all his confidence.”

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    De Gea then failed to keep out a soft Mason Mount effort just a minute after half-timeCredit: PA:Press Association
    Shearer said after the game: “If a keeper has made one or two, you think OK, we’ll stick with him.
    “But now I would think the time has come. It keeps happening.
    I think if they bring Henderson back he has to come back as No1, otherwise let him stay out on loan. Has that time come? Yes it has.”
    United fans on social media were not impressed with the keeper at all.

    De Gea shouldn’t start another game for Manchester United unless it’s legends friendlies.
    — ًEllis. (@UtdEIIis) July 19, 2020

    David De Gea had one of the best seasons we’ve ever seen from a goalkeeper.Then he had his Rob Green moment at the World Cup, and… he became Rob Green pic.twitter.com/skynyd2IZh
    — Henry Bushnell (@HenryBushnell) July 19, 2020

    A number of Tweets called the goalkeeper “finished” while another fan joked his favourite chocolate is a “Butterfinger”.
    There were also unflattering comparisons to Kyle Walker – who memorably played in goal for Man City in the champions League – and a ticket attendant at a train station.
    Other fans stated that Cristiano Ronaldo’s infamous hat-trick at the 2018 World Cup, where De Gea made a huge error, ‘ended’ De Gea as a top class force.

    One fan cruelly wrote: “De Gea shouldn’t start another game for Manchester United unless it’s legends friendlies.”
    Roy Keane’s name even began trending on the platform – following his savage criticism of the keeper after his blunder against Spurs last month.
    Questions were even asked of De Gea after the third goal, Marcos Alonso’s wicked cross being turned in by Antonio Rudiger – via a Harry Maguire deflection – to make it 3-0.
    Bruno Fernandes later converted a penalty to make it 3-1, but Chelsea went through and will meet Arsenal in the FA Cup final. More

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    Man Utd vs Chelsea betting tips: Willian to net in Wembley classic, plus back both teams to score – FA Cup predictions

    THE FA Cup takes centre stage this Sunday as Chelsea and Man Utd look to join Arsenal in the final.
    The world’s oldest cup competition is back and serving up a heavyweight semi-final clash at Wembley, while we’ve also got selections for a key game in the Premier League’s European race.

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    Anthony Martial has been in superb form for UnitedCredit: AFP or Licensors
    Man Utd vs Chelsea – FA Cup, Sunday 6pm
    This has the potential to be an absolute cracker.
    Man Utd’s fortunes have changed for the better since January and they actually resemble a football team again.
    Amazing what you can achieve when you put round pegs in round holes and play your best players in the correct positions.
    United haven’t lifted the FA Cup since 2016 and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer will be desperate to give fans some silverware after a topsy-turvy last two years.

    Chelsea meanwhile have been prolific in this competition since the turn of the century, winning it five times and twice finishing as runners-up.
    Frank Lampard’s men have two extra days to prepare for this one and we expect that to be a big factor.
    United had named the same side for FIVE straight games before Thursday’s clash at Palace, but Ole stuck to his guns and made just one enforced change despite the packed schedule.
    We reckon the quick turnaround could have a real say on this one at Wembley, where a fast start could be crucial.

    United have won all three meetings this season, with the last a 2-0 victory at Stamford Bridge shortly before lockdown.

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    Despite that, Chelsea have stepped up in the big games since and have only let themselves down when teams have sat back and asked to break them down.
    We’re looking primarily at the losses against West Ham and Sheffield United for examples of that, but remember they’ve beaten Man City, Leicester and Liverpool since March.
    The 21/20 on Chelsea making it through to the final is FAR too big, in our opinion.
    Lampard loves this competition and will go full strength, while we also expect goals from both sides.
    Both teams to score is 7/10 and an easy bet to back, but we also like the even money on Chelsea to win EITHER half.
    That’s a massive price in what could be an open game, with United’s defence still under scrutiny despite their excellent recent attacking form.
    This could be a cup tie settled on a moment of brilliance – or a set piece.
    Willian has been in terrific form in recent weeks although reports suggest that the Brazilian might be on his way out of the Bridge this summer.
    He’s playing out of his skin regardless and is the main man for Chelsea on penalties and freekicks.
    16/5 to net anytime? That’s absolutely huge, netting you £32 profit from a tenner bet.
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    Arsenal 2 Man City 0 LIVE REACTION: Aubameyang double stuns Pep Guardiola to send Gunners into FA Cup final

    ARSENAL are into the FA Cup final for the first time since 2017 after a terrific victory over holders Man City.
    Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang returned to the starting lineup and hit a brilliant brace as Mikel Arteta got one over his former employers at Wembley.
    Follow all the latest reaction from this huge FA Cup semi-final with our live blog below…

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    Man Utd vs Chelsea betting tips: Willian to net in Wembley classic, plus Tottenham vs Leicester – FA Cup predictions

    THERE’s a change of pace this weekend as the FA Cup takes centre stage.
    The world’s oldest cup competition is back and serving up a heavyweight semi-final clash at Wembley, while we’ve also got selections for a key clash in the Premier League’s European race.

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    Anthony Martial has been in superb form for UnitedCredit: AFP or Licensors
    Man Utd vs Chelsea – FA Cup, Sunday 6pm
    This has the potential to be an absolute cracker.
    Man Utd’s fortunes have changed for the better since January and they actually resemble a football team again.
    Amazing what you can achieve when you put round pegs in round holes and play your best players in the correct positions.
    United haven’t lifted the FA Cup since 2016 and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer will be desperate to give fans some silverware after a topsy-turvy last two years.

    Chelsea meanwhile have been prolific in this competition since the turn of the century, winning it five times and twice finishing as runners-up.
    Frank Lampard’s men have two extra days to prepare for this one and we expect that to be a big factor.
    United had named the same side for FIVE straight games before Thursday’s clash at Palace, but Ole stuck to his guns and made just one enforced change despite the packed schedule.
    We reckon the quick turnaround could have a real say on this one at Wembley, where a fast start could be crucial.

    United have won all three meetings this season, with the last a 2-0 victory at Stamford Bridge shortly before lockdown.

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    Despite that, Chelsea have stepped up in the big games since and have only let themselves down when teams have sat back and asked to break them down.
    We’re looking primarily at the losses against West Ham and Sheffield United for examples of that, but remember they’ve beaten Man City, Leicester and Liverpool since March.
    The 21/20 on Chelsea making it through to the final is FAR too big, in our opinion.
    Lampard loves this competition and will go full strength, while we also expect goals from both sides.
    Both teams to score is 7/10 and an easy bet to back, but we also like the even money on Chelsea to win EITHER half.
    That’s a massive price in what could be an open game, with United’s defence still under scrutiny despite their excellent recent attacking form.
    This could be a cup tie settled on a moment of brilliance – or a set piece.
    Willian has been in terrific form in recent weeks although reports suggest that the Brazilian might be on his way out of the Bridge this summer.
    He’s playing out of his skin regardless and is the main man for Chelsea on penalties and freekicks.
    16/5 to net anytime? That’s absolutely huge, netting you £32 profit from a tenner bet.
    SunSport’s best bets

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    This is how Man Utd could line-up against Chelsea

    Tottenham vs Leicester (Premier League, 4pm)
    The Foxes turned up when it mattered against Sheffield United.
    Brendan Rodgers’ men had won just one of their last five going into the crunch clash against the Blades – and were still reeling from an embarrassing 4-1 trouncing by Bournemouth just days before.
    But they were in a dominating mood though on Thursday and fully deserved the three points, going back into the Champions League places on merit and making sure the race remains in their own hands.
    This is the game which could decide which side of that top four line they drop though, with Spurs under Jose Mourinho solid if unspectacular over the last month.
    They’ve won back-to-back games against Arsenal and Newcastle, as Harry Kane looked back to his usual self with a brace in the North East.
    As a result they’re also well in with a shout at European football next season, albeit on Thursday nights.

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    Spurs made it two wins from two against ToonCredit: EPA
    Both of these teams on their day can produce fast, flowing, open attractive football.
    And they tend to do it against each other too, with the H2H scores revealing a number of terrific games.
    In the last six meetings between the sides, there’s been a ridiculous 28 goals and we expect more on Sunday, despite what is on the line.
    Over 2.5 goals is a steal at 10/11, with 10 of Leicester’s 18 away games this season featuring three or more goals.
    We see the teams coming out the blocks quickly and would recommended a small play on both teams to score in the first half.
    That’s a massive 7/2 and a terrific price considering the history between these two.
    When Son Heung-min gets on a roll, he tends to get his goals in bunches.
    And that’s exactly what is happening at the moment, with the South Korean forward enjoying a run of two in two.
    His last streak – back in January – saw him net six in five games and we reckon he’s a shoe-in for another goal against the Foxes.
    At 15/8 to net anytime, he’s by far the value pick.
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    *All odds from Ladbrokes and correct at time of publication. More