The Premier League have confirmed fixture changes as Manchester City face Southampton and Chelsea take on Leeds United in the FA Cup semi-final
The FA have confirmed the dates for the FA Cup semi-finals.
The FA have confirmed the dates for the FA Cup semi-finals.
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The Premier League have confirmed fixture changes as a result of the FA Cup semi-final fixtures and what impact it will have on those competing in the final four. Manchester City breezed past Liverpool to book their place in the semi-final stage of the competition, and they'll take on Championship side Southampton.
Erling Haaland scored a hattrick at the Etihad Stadium, while Antoine Semenyo also found the back of the net for last season's runners-up. Pep Guardiola's men are in search of their second piece of silverware after beating Arsenal in the Carabao Cup final prior to the recent international break.
The City boss had to watch on from the stands in the final match of his latest ban from the dugout after picking up his sixth yellow card of the season in the fifth-round win over Newcastle.
The Saints pulled off the upset of the round, beating Premier League leaders Arsenal 2-1 at St. Mary's at the weekend. Ross Stewart and Shea Charles scored in a historic night for the second-tier club.
Chelsea will take on Leeds United in the other semi-final, after cruising into the final four. Liam Rosenior's side thrashed Port Vale 7-0 at Stamford Bridge to book their place under the Wembley arch.
Daniel Farke's Leeds came through a closer game against Premier League rivals West Ham United. Ao Tanaka gave the Whites the lead in London, before Dominic Calvert-Lewin scored from the spot to put the visitors two goals to the good.
However, the Hammers scored two goals in injury time to force the game to extra time and then penalties. Farke's men held their nerve to win the shootout 4-2 and book their place in the next round.
Lucas Perri celebrates after saving a West Ham penalty
Lucas Perri celebrates after saving a West Ham penalty
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The semi-final fixtures are set to take place on April 26 and 27, with all three Premier League teams competing in the semi-finals experiencing changes to their fixtures.
Chelsea's game against Brighton will now kick off at 8pm on Tuesday April 21, while Leeds United will travel to Bournemouth on Wednesday, April 22, kick-off at 8pm.
Man City's trip to Burnley will also take place on Wednesday, April 22nd, kicking off at 8pm. All three matches are set to be shown live on Sky Sports.
All four clubs competing in the semi-final are still waiting to find out what date their FA Cup clash will be.