Chelsea vs Man City live streams serve up an FA Cup final in 2026, with the Blues trying to salvage silverware from a disastrous season as Pep Guardiola’s side aim to avoid becoming just the second club ever to lose three showpieces in a row – after Chelsea. Who else?
This is City’s fourth consecutive FA Cup final appearance, but shock defeats by Crystal Palace and Man Utd in the last two editions of the tournament have taken the shine off a bit. Erling Haaland has yet to score in nine previous cup final appearances for City, but with Jeremy Doku unable to play of late, that may not be a concern. Five goals and two assists in seven appearances barely scratch the surface of his recent performances as the fearsome Belgian winger had put the team on his back and single-handedly tore opposition defenses to shreds.
How to watch Chelsea v Man City in the 2026 FA Cup Final from anywhere in the world.
Can you watch the FA Cup final 2026 for free?
The 2026 FA Cup Final is free BBC iPlayer and BBC One in Great Britain.
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Use a VPN to watch Chelsea vs Man City live streams
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How to watch Chelsea vs Man City live streams in USA
In the USA, the 2026 FA Cup final will be shown ESPN2 and ESPN Select.
If you don’t have ESPN2 on cable, it’s available through Sling. The Sling TV The Orange plan carries ESPN2, plus ESPN, TBS, TNT and the Disney Channel, with prices ranging from $4.99 per day to $115 per quarter.
A standalone ESPN Select subscription costs $12.99/month or $129.99/year. Alternatively, there is ESPN Unlimited, which includes everything ESPN has to offer. Or you can tune in through the Disney Plus/Hulu/ESPN package, which starts at $19.99/month.
Not in the US right now? Use NordVPN to watch BBC iPlayer’s free Chelsea vs Man City coverage.
How to watch Chelsea vs Man City live streams in the UK
In the UK, the 2026 FA Cup Final is free to air BBC One and via BBC iPlayer streaming service. The live coverage starts at 13.15 BST.
All you need is an account, a TV license and a UK postcode (eg HA9 0WS). Register here!
Outside the UK? You will have to download a VPNas described above, to take advantage of your free FA Cup Final stream from abroad.
Chelsea vs Man City will also be shown TNT Sports 1. You can get it by adding TNT Sports to your Sky, Virgin Media or EE TV package or paying from £25.99 per month for one HBO Max plan that includes TNT Sports.
How to watch Chelsea vs Man City live streams in Canada
In Canada, Sportsnet shows FA Cup Final 2026, Chelsea vs Man City.
You can tune in via the Sportsnet World TV channel or the Sportsnet Plus streaming service, which starts at $42.99 per month for FA Cup access.
Not in Canada? Use NordVPN if you’re away from home, to take advantage of your usual FA Cup coverage anywhere.
How to watch Chelsea vs Man City live streams in Australia
Stan Sports will broadcast the 2026 FA Cup Final in Australia.
Stan Sport costs AU$20/month on top of a Stan subscription, which itself starts at AU$12/month.
Missing the game because you’re outside Australia? Use one VPN to log into your Stan account.
What is the start time for Chelsea vs Man City?
The 2026 FA Cup Final, Chelsea vs Man City, kicks off at 3pm BST / 10am ET / 7am PT Saturday 16 May.
It’s 12 noon AEST on Sunday 17 May in Australia.
When did Chelsea and Man City last win the FA Cup?
Eight-time winners Chelsea last reached the FA Cup final in 2022 when they were beaten on penalties by Liverpool after a goalless draw. Seven-time winners Man City in 2025 as they lost 1-0 to Crystal Palace.
The Blues have been beaten finalists on eight occasions; Cityzens at seven.
What is Chelsea vs Man City head-to-head?
Chelsea and Man City have competed in 182 matches. Chelsea have won 71 of them and Man City 69. 42 have ended all-square.
Can I watch the 2026 FA Cup Final on my mobile?
Of course, most broadcasters have streaming services that you can access via mobile apps or via your phone’s browser.
You can also keep up to date with all the key FA Cup moments in 2026 on the official social media channels on Instagram (@EmiratesFACup), Facebook (@EmiratesFACup) and YouTube (@theFACup).
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