Chelsea vs Man City FA Cup final preview: TV channel, kick-off time and how to watch
From the official Chelsea FC website:
Chelsea take on Manchester City at Wembley in the FA Cup final on Saturday, with the Blues hoping to lift the trophy for the ninth time. This guide breaks down how to watch the game on TV, the kick-off time, date, streaming options, and more for Chelsea vs Man City…
Where and how to watch Chelsea vs Man City (TV & live stream)
- TV channel UK: The game will be shown live in the UK on BBC One and TNT Sports.
- Live stream: Viewers in the UK can stream on BBC iPlayer and HBO Max, as long as they have the required subscription.
- International Coverage: The match will be available via local FA Cup TV rights holders in other countries.
- Chelsea’s own Matchday Live show: Fans can follow minute-by-minute updates and live audio commentary from five minutes before kick-off on the Chelsea Official App and our website’s Chelsea vs Manchester City Match Centre.
Chelsea vs Man City match date and kick-off time
- Date: Saturday 16 May 2026
- Kick-off time: 3pm (UK time)
- Location: Wembley Stadium, London
Chelsea FC matchday coverage
- Match Centre: Get Chelsea team news as soon as it is announced and follow the action as it happens with live text updates, stats and imagery throughout the game.
- Live Audio Commentary: Available on the Chelsea Official App and website starting five minutes before kick-off.
- Full match and Chelsea highlights: You can watch the Chelsea vs Man City match back in full from midday on Sunday 17 May on the Chelsea Official App and website, while short highlights will also be available to watch from midday on Sunday 17 May.
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