When will the FA Cup semifinal draw take place? Viewing details for the UK, including date, start time, ball numbers, and additional information.
As the FA Cup quarterfinals conclude on Easter Sunday with West Ham facing Leeds, the final four teams will be determined, setting the stage for Wembley.
The FA Cup semifinals promise to deliver significant excitement, as teams experience their first opportunity at Wembley and aim to reward their supporters with another chance at claiming the oldest trophy in football.
Although only four teams remain, the FA Cup’s outcome is also influenced by the luck of the draw. Manchester City and Chelsea secured their spots with ease, while Southampton advanced following a surprising win over Arsenal.
When is the FA Cup semifinal draw scheduled? How can it be viewed? And what are the ball numbers for the remaining four teams?
When and where is the FA Cup semifinal draw?
The FA Cup semifinal draw is set for Sunday, April 5, occurring after the final quarterfinal match between West Ham and Leeds, which starts at 4:30 p.m. BST at the London Stadium.
How to watch the FA Cup semifinal draw?
The FA Cup semifinal draw will be broadcast live on TNT Sports 1, HBO Max, and the TNT Sports YouTube channel starting at 7:05 p.m.
Ball numbers for the FA Cup semifinal draw
1. Southampton
2. Chelsea
3. Manchester City
4. West Ham United or Leeds United
What occurred in the quarterfinals?
Manchester City easily defeated Liverpool at the Etihad Stadium, with Erling Haaland netting a hat trick and Antoine Semenyo contributing a goal in a 4-0 victory.
Chelsea secured their place in the semifinals with a 7-0 rout of League One side Port Vale.
An own goal by Jordan Lawrence-Gabriel, along with six goals from six different playersβJorrel Hato, JoΓ£o Pedro, Tosin, Andrey Santos, EstΓͺvΓ£o, and Alejandro Garnachoβenabled Liam Rosenior’s team to reach their second cup semifinal of the season.
Southampton achieved a classic FA Cup upset by defeating Arsenal, marking a remarkable return to Wembley, 50 years after their historic win in the tournament.
Ross Stewart scored in the first half, putting pressure on Mikel Arteta’s squad before Viktor GyΓΆkeres equalized.
Substitute Shea Charles proved crucial, scoring the decisive goal that eliminated the Premier League leaders.
