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Two TV channels are airing the FA Cup final (Image: Getty)
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TV and live stream details for the FA Cup final
- Kick-off and location: The match is scheduled to start at 3pm on Saturday, May 16. Wembley Stadium in London will host the match.
- Terrestrial TV channel: UK viewers can watch the final live on free-to-air television through BBC One. The broadcast forms part of a full day of celebration of the competition, with the main match coverage getting underway at 2pm.
- Subscription TV coverage: For those looking for an alternative, TNT Sports 1 will also show the match live in the UK. Their comprehensive matchday coverage is confirmed to begin at 9am, offering several hours of pre-match build-up before proceedings get underway.
- Live stream information: Fans can stream the final live via BBC iPlayer and the BBC Sport website on any compatible smart device. TNT Sports subscribers can also tune in through the HBO Max app.
- How to watch in the US: Supporters in the United States can catch the final exclusively on ESPN+, which requires either a monthly or annual subscription. The match will also be broadcast on ESPN Deportes for Spanish-speaking audiences, with kick-off set for 10am ET.
- UK radio coverage: National radio commentary will be provided by both BBC Radio 5 Live and talkSPORT throughout the afternoon. Both stations will deliver full pre-match build-up, with talkSPORT launching its matchday programme at 1pm and 5 Live commencing its coverage at 2.30pm.
- Chelsea injury news: Levi Colwill and Reece James are both in the frame to play. Interim boss Calum McFarlane has also delivered encouraging updates regarding the fitness of Alejandro Garnacho, Pedro Neto and Robert Sanchez.
- Manchester City injury news: Josko Gvardiol made his comeback from a broken leg against Crystal Palace on Wednesday evening. Rodri remains a doubt for the match as he continues to battle the lingering effects of an injury picked up against Arsenal.
- Paths to Wembley: Chelsea secured their place in the final with a 1-0 semi-final victory over Leeds United, having previously seen off Charlton Athletic, Hull City, Wrexham and Port Vale. City’s route to the final has taken them past Exeter City, Salford City, Newcastle United, Liverpool and then Southampton at Wembley.
