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FA Cup | Final
May 19, 2018 at 5.15pm UK
 
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1-0

Hazard (22' pen.)
FT(HT: 1-0)
Reaction
Romelu Lukaku in action during the Champions League round-of-16 game between Manchester United and Sevilla on March 13, 2018
Danny Murphy blasts Romelu Lukaku
Former Liverpool and England midfielder Danny Murphy blasts Manchester United forward Romelu Lukaku for declaring himself unfit to start Saturday's FA Cup final.
May 21, 15:58
Jesse Lingard celebrates pulling one back during the Premier League game between Manchester United and Burnley on December 26, 2017
Jesse Lingard: 'My worst feeling in football'
Jesse Lingard brands Manchester United's FA Cup final defeat to Chelsea the "worst feeling" he has had in football.
May 21, 10:37
Ashley Young of Manchester United reacts to being injured during the game against Everton on April 4, 2017
Manchester United full-back Ashley Young: "We have to come back stronger"
Ashley Young fails to hide his disappointment following Manchester United's FA Cup final loss to Chelsea, but hopes that his side can "come back stronger" next season.
May 20, 17:09
Manchester United midfielder Ander Herrera in action during his side's Champions League clash with CSKA Moscow on December 5, 2017
Ander Herrera: 'Manchester United were by far the better team against Chelsea'
Manchester United midfielder Ander Herrera claims that his side were "the better team by far" despite falling to a 1-0 defeat to Chelsea in the FA Cup final at Wembley.
May 20, 15:59
Alexis Sanchez in action during the Premier League game between Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester United on January 31, 2018
Paul Scholes: 'Alexis Sanchez cannot get any worse for Manchester United'
Manchester United legend Paul Scholes claims that Alexis Sanchez's performances for the club "can't get any worse" following his display in the FA Cup final.
May 20, 15:26
Manchester United midfielder Ander Herrera in action during his side's EFL Cup clash with Burton Albion
Ander Herrera: 'Manchester United are heading in right direction'
Manchester United midfielder Ander Herrera claims that his side are moving in the right direction despite ending the 2017-18 season without silverware.
May 20, 15:17
Antonio Conte cuts a frustrated figure during the Champions League group game between Roma and Chelsea on October 31, 2017
Willian blocks Antonio Conte out of FA Cup celebrations picture
Chelsea winger Willian increases speculation that he has fallen out with manager Antonio Conte by blocking him out of a celebratory photo from the FA Cup final.
May 20, 14:37
Jose Mourinho winks during the Premier League game between Stoke City and Manchester United on September 9, 2017
Jose Mourinho: 'Chelsea were so predictable'
Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho insists that he is "happy" with his players despite their FA Cup final defeat to Chelsea, whose tactics he describes as "predictable"
May 19, 21:43
Romelu Lukaku in action during the Champions League round-of-16 game between Manchester United and Sevilla on March 13, 2018
Jose Mourinho criticises Romelu Lukaku absence
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho appears to question Romelu Lukaku's commitment to the club after he ruled himself out of a starting role in the FA Cup final.
May 19, 21:32
Thibaut Courtois in action for Chelsea on August 27, 2017
Thibaut Courtois pleased to end Chelsea season on a high
Chelsea goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois says that he is pleased to end an otherwise disappointing season with silverware following his side's FA Cup final victory.
May 19, 20:42
Antonio Conte celebrates during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Newcastle United on December 2, 2017
Antonio Conte: 'I remain committed to Chelsea'
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte insists that he remains fully committed to the club following their FA Cup triumph, despite speculation that he is on the verge of the sack.
May 19, 20:33
Antonio Rudiger in action during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Everton on August 27, 2017
Antonio Rudiger "very happy" with FA Cup final victory
Chelsea defender Antonio Rudiger says that he is "very happy" to have ended his first season in English football with victory over Manchester United in the FA Cup final.
May 19, 20:20
A frustrated Cesc Fabregas during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Southampton on December 16, 2017
Cesc Fabregas pleased with "well deserved" FA Cup final victory
Chelsea midfielder Cesc Fabregas claims that his side's 1-0 victory over Manchester United in the FA Cup final at Wembley was "well deserved".
May 19, 19:59
Jose Mourinho realises how many points adrift his side are during the Premier League game between Huddersfield Town and Manchester United on October 21, 2017
Jose Mourinho: 'Chelsea did not deserve to win FA Cup final'
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho claims that former club Chelsea did not deserve their 1-0 win in the FA Cup final at Wembley.
May 19, 19:51
Eden Hazard in action during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Chelsea on March 4, 2018
Eden Hazard refuses to discuss Chelsea future after FA Cup win
Chelsea winger Eden Hazard refuses to discuss his future at the club after scoring the winning goal in the FA Cup final at Wembley.
May 19, 19:43
Gary Cahill in action during the Champions League game between Chelsea and Qarabag on September 12, 2017
Gary Cahill: 'FA Cup win saved Chelsea's season'
Chelsea captain Gary Cahill admits that his side needed their FA Cup final win over Manchester United to "save" their season.
May 19, 19:32

The Match

Match Report

Chelsea beat Manchester United 1-0 in the FA Cup final through a first-half penalty from Eden Hazard to lift the trophy for an eighth time.

Live Commentary

Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Chelsea's 1-0 win against Man United, as Eden Hazard's penalty proved decisive in the 137th FA Cup final.

Team News

Romelu Lukaku and Anthony Martial are on the bench ahead of Manchester United's FA Cup final encounter with Chelsea at Wembley Stadium.

Preview

Sports Mole provides predicted lineups, team news and a full match preview of the 2018 FA Cup final between Chelsea and Manchester United.

Head to Head
Mar 13, 2017 7.45pm
Quarter-Finals
Chelsea
1-0
Man Utd
Oct 23, 2016 4pm
Chelsea
4-0
Man Utd
Pedro (1'), Cahill (21'), Hazard (62'), Kante (70')
Pedro (1'), Luiz (41'), Alonso (66')

Bailly (29'), Pogba (75')
Build-up
A general shot of Wembley Stadium before the EFL Cup final between Southampton and Manchester United on February 26, 2017
Bryan Robson: 'FA Cup triumph would be progress for Manchester United'
Manchester United legend Bryan Robson believes that winning the FA Cup would constitute "progression" and wrap up a "very good season" for the Red Devils.
May 19, 15:11
Olivier Giroud in action during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Crystal Palace on March 10, 2018
Chelsea forward Olivier Giroud: 'I have good understanding with Eden Hazard'
Chelsea forward Olivier Giroud speaks highly of his partnership with Eden Hazard ahead of Saturday's FA Cup final with Manchester United.
May 19, 14:58
Olivier Giroud in action for Chelsea on February 5, 2018
Olivier Giroud: 'I want to maintain Wembley record'
Chelsea striker Olivier Giroud says that he wants to maintain his personal unbeaten record at Wembley against Manchester United on Saturday.
May 19, 10:30
N'Golo Kante and Nemanja Matic in action during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Manchester United on November 5, 2017
Combined XI: Chelsea vs. Manchester United
Sports Mole picks a combined XI from those expected to be available for this weekend's FA Cup final between Chelsea and Manchester United.
May 19, 09:24
Romelu Lukaku in action during the Champions League round-of-16 game between Manchester United and Sevilla on March 13, 2018
How Manchester United could line up against Chelsea
Ahead of this weekend's FA Cup final clash between Chelsea and Manchester United, Sports Mole looks at how the Red Devils could line up at Wembley.
May 19, 09:14
Eden Hazard in action during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Chelsea on March 4, 2018
How Chelsea could line up against Manchester United
Sports Mole looks at how Chelsea could line up in Saturday's FA Cup final showdown with Manchester United at Wembley.
May 19, 09:03
Jose Mourinho watches on during the FA Cup quarter-final between Chelsea and Manchester United on March 13, 2017
Jose Mourinho: 'I cannot stop Chelsea fans hating me'
Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho admits that he "cannot control" the emotions of Chelsea fans, having been on the end of abusive chants last season.
May 18, 23:04
Antonio Conte watches on intently during the Premier League game between Crystal Palace and Chelsea on October 14, 2017
Antonio Conte: 'Winning FA Cup final all that matters'
Antonio Conte hopes to win Saturday's FA Cup final against Manchester United in what could be his final game in charge of Chelsea.
May 18, 22:53
Antonio Conte watches on intently during the Premier League game between Crystal Palace and Chelsea on October 14, 2017
Antonio Conte: 'Chelsea won't change tactics for Romelu Lukaku'
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte says that his tactics for the FA Cup final with Manchester United will not revolve around the potential selection of Romelu Lukaku.
May 18, 18:41
Antonio Conte watches on intently during the Premier League game between Crystal Palace and Chelsea on October 14, 2017
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte coy over FA Cup final selection
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte opts to remain coy over his team selection ahead of Saturday's FA Cup final with Manchester United.
May 18, 18:29
Antonio Conte orders the gabagool during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Everton on August 27, 2017
Antonio Conte "committed" to Chelsea ahead of FA Cup final
Antonio Conte admits that he "does not know" whether Saturday's FA Cup final will be his last match in charge, but reiterates that he is "committed" to Chelsea.
May 18, 14:31
Antonio Conte watches on during Chelsea's 4-1 defeat at Watford on February 6, 2018
Antonio Conte: 'Winning FA Cup would be great achievement'
Antonio Conte insists that adding the FA Cup to last season's Premier League crown would mark a "great achievement" for Chelsea.
May 18, 14:18
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho celebrates with the EFL Cup trophy following his side's victory over Southampton at Wembley on February 26, 2017
Jose Mourinho plays down successful cup final record
Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho plays down his record of 12 wins in 14 previous finals ahead of Saturday's meeting with Chelsea at Wembley Stadium.
May 18, 14:04
Jose Mourinho watches on during the Premier League game between Manchester United and Burnley on December 26, 2017
Jose Mourinho: 'FA Cup final result will not define season'
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho insists that the success of his side's campaign will not be decided by the outcome of Saturday's FA Cup final against Chelsea.
May 18, 13:54
Romelu Lukaku celebrates scoring the third during the Premier League game between Manchester United and Stoke City on January 15, 2018
Jose Mourinho still unsure on Romelu Lukaku fitness ahead of FA Cup final
Jose Mourinho is unwilling to state whether Romelu Lukaku will be fit enough to play a part in Manchester United's FA Cup final clash against former club Chelsea.
May 18, 13:41
Jose Mourinho borrows old pal Wenger's coat to attend the Premier League game between Chelsea and Manchester United on October 23, 2016
Jose Mourinho opens up on Antonio Conte relationship
Jose Mourinho says that he has drawn a line under his war of words with Antonio Conte ahead of Saturday's FA Cup final between Manchester United and Chelsea.
May 18, 13:09
Romelu Lukaku and Andreas Christensen in action during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Manchester United on November 5, 2017
Charlie Nicholas tips Chelsea for FA Cup success
Former Arsenal forward Charlie Nicholas tips Chelsea to overcome Manchester United in Saturday's FA Cup final.
May 17, 18:33
Romelu Lukaku celebrates scoring the third during the Premier League game between Manchester United and Stoke City on January 15, 2018
Romelu Lukaku's record vs. Chelsea
Ahead of Manchester United's FA Cup final clash with Chelsea on Saturday, Sports Mole looks at Romelu Lukaku's previous record against his former club.
May 17, 15:44
Olivier Giroud in action for Chelsea on February 5, 2018
Olivier Giroud's record vs. Manchester United
Sports Mole looks at Olivier Giroud's record in previous meetings against Chelsea's FA Cup final opponents Manchester United.
May 17, 15:07
Alexis Sanchez in action during the Premier League game between Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester United on January 31, 2018
Alexis Sanchez's record vs. Chelsea
Sports Mole looks at Alexis Sanchez's past record for Barcelona, Arsenal and Manchester United against the Red Devils' FA Cup final opponents Chelsea.
May 17, 14:40
Eden Hazard in action during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Chelsea on March 4, 2018
Eden Hazard's record vs. Manchester United
As Chelsea prepare to face off against Manchester United in the FA Cup final, Sports Mole looks at Eden Hazard's past record in this fixture.
May 17, 14:02
Phil Jones in action for Manchester United on January 1, 2018
Phil Jones: 'FA Cup triumph would boost Manchester United in Premier League'
Phil Jones believes that Manchester United would receive a boost going into the 2018-19 Premier League season by winning the FA Cup this Saturday.
May 15, 20:14
Manchester United's Chris Smalling scores against Manchester City on April 7, 2018
Chris Smalling: 'Good season if we lift FA Cup'
Manchester United defender Chris Smalling insists that his team can be pleased with their 2017-18 season if they win the FA Cup next weekend.
May 11, 20:59
Romelu Lukaku in action during the Champions League round-of-16 game between Manchester United and Sevilla on March 13, 2018
Jose Mourinho provides Romelu Lukaku injury update
Jose Mourinho refuses to rule Romelu Lukaku out of next weekend's FA Cup final against Chelsea, even if it means naming the striker on the bench.
May 11, 15:56
Romelu Lukaku in action during the Champions League round-of-16 game between Manchester United and Sevilla on March 13, 2018
Jose Mourinho 'hopeful' Romelu Lukaku will be fit for FA Cup final
Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho hopes that Romelu Lukaku will be fit for the FA Cup final against Chelsea on May 19.
May 9, 13:46
Romelu Lukaku in action during the Champions League round-of-16 game between Manchester United and Sevilla on March 13, 2018
Romelu Lukaku confident of being fit for FA Cup final
Romelu Lukaku provides a positive update on his comeback from an ankle injury, which he is expected to recover from before the FA Cup final against Chelsea.
May 9, 10:55
Sir Alex Ferguson pictured in October 2014
Juan Mata targets FA Cup success for Alex Ferguson
Manchester United midfielder Juan Mata intends to lift the FA Cup later this month to "honour" legendary boss Sir Alex Ferguson, who is currently in intensive care.
May 7, 21:29
David de Gea suffers with a back injury during the Premier League game between Everton and Manchester United on January 1, 2018
David de Gea: 'FA Cup not enough for Manchester United'
David de Gea claims that the FA Cup is "not quite enough" for Manchester United and believes that the Red Devils must regularly "aim for bigger and better things".
May 2, 20:00
Romelu Lukaku in action during the Champions League round-of-16 game between Manchester United and Sevilla on March 13, 2018
Jose Mourinho fears Romelu Lukaku could miss FA Cup final
Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho faces a nervy wait to discover the extent of the foot injury sustained by leading goalscorer Romelu Lukaku against Arsenal.
Apr 29, 22:29
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TeamPWDLFAGDPTS
1Liverpool14112129111835
2Chelsea1594235181731
3Arsenal1585229151429
4Manchester CityMan City158342721627
5Nottingham ForestNott'm Forest157441918125
6Aston Villa157442323025
7Brighton & Hove AlbionBrighton156632522324
8Bournemouth157352320324
9Brentford157263128323
10Fulham156542220223
11Tottenham HotspurSpurs1562731191220
12Newcastle UnitedNewcastle155551921-220
13Manchester UnitedMan Utd155461918119
14West Ham UnitedWest Ham155372028-818
15Everton143561421-714
16Leicester CityLeicester153572130-914
17Crystal Palace152761420-613
18Ipswich TownIpswich151681427-139
19Wolverhampton WanderersWolves1523102338-159
20Southampton1512121131-205


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