The semi-final draw for the 2025-26 FA Cup has now been made. There has been plenty of drama in this year's competition, with plenty more promised in the upcoming all-Wembley ties.
In the quarter-finals, Premier League giants Liverpool and Arsenal were knocked out, significantly denting their chances of lifting silverware this term. Meanwhile, League One outfit Port Vale were swept aside by Chelsea to end their dream run, which included the giant-killing of Sunderland.
Now, only four teams remain in England's oldest cup competition, and two of them are looking to end extremely long droughts. Manchester City and Chelsea have lifted the trophy in the last decade, which can't be said for Southampton or Leeds United.
FA Cup Semi-Final Draw Provides Interesting Fixtures
Southampton
Manchester City are the most recent winners of the FA Cup who are still in with a chance of lifting the iconic trophy once again this May. Pep Guardiola's men are full of confidence after thrashing Liverpool 4-0 in the quarter-finals and beating Arsenal to the EFL Cup in March.
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Southampton's shock victory against Arsenal means the Saints faithful can continue dreaming of a first FA Cup triumph since 1976. Leeds won it four years earlier, meaning Daniel Farke's men are on a 54-year run without lifting the trophy.
Chelsea won the FA Cup in 2018, which means they are nearing a decade without winning it. Liam Rosenior's men have been drawn against Leeds, who earned their place in the last four with a penalty shootout win against West Ham.
Meanwhile, Southampton will have to follow up their incredible win against Arsenal by beating second-placed Man City in the Premier League if they are to reach the final this year.
FA Cup Semi-Final Draw in Full
Fixture
Chelsea vs Leeds United
Manchester City vs Southampton