Man City’s road to the 2024 FA Cup final

The previous FA Cup final was the first ever Manchester derby in the final. This year it’s the second consecutive time both Manchester clubs reached the final. Therefore it’s time to take a deepdive into their road to the final. We start with Manchester City’s road to the FA Cup final.

Third round: Manchester City 5-0 Huddersfield Town

The Citizens began their FA Cup journey emphatically with a 5-0 demolition of Huddersfield Town. Phil Foden's opener at 33 minutes set the tone before Julián Álvarez doubled the lead shortly afterward. An own goal from Huddersfield's Jackson added further misery to the opposition. Additional goals by Foden and Jérémy Doku sealed a comprehensive victory, confirming their dominance from start to finish.

Fourth round: Tottenham Hotspur 0-1 Manchester City

Facing Tottenham Hotspur away, City relied on a late strike by Nathan Aké in the 88th minute to clinch a hard-fought 1-0 victory. The tight affair highlighted Manchester City's defensive solidity while also showcasing their ability to find crucial goals in critical moments.

Fifth round: Luton Town 2-6 Manchester City

In an action-packed encounter, Manchester City triumphed over Luton Town with a resounding 6-2 scoreline. Erling Haaland was the star performer, completing a hat trick by the 40th minute to put City firmly ahead. Despite a brief Luton resurgence, goals from Haaland, Mateo Kovačić, and others ensured the reigning champions would move on.

Quarterfinals: Manchester City 2-0 Newcastle United

Bernardo Silva's brace powered Manchester City to a 2-0 victory over Newcastle United. The Portuguese maestro found the net twice within the first half-hour, controlling the midfield with poise while securing a comfortable win.

Semifinals: Manchester City 1-0 Chelsea

City booked their ticket to the FA Cup final after edging past Chelsea with a narrow 1-0 win. Silva was once again the decisive figure, netting the winner in the 84th minute to settle the match.

The Final Awaits

Manchester City will face Manchester United in the FA Cup final, a derby that promises intensity and high-quality football. Book your FA Cup final tickets now for this exciting match. With their unbeaten run throughout the tournament, City stands poised to claim another prestigious title. Whether they will add the FA Cup to their trophy cabinet remains to be seen, but their journey thus far has proven that they are a formidable force.