Manchester City are playing in their third straight FA Cup Final as they aim to secure the prestigious trophy for the eighth time in the club’s history. Facing Crystal Palace, the Citizens were put on the back foot by Palace when Eze got the breakthrough for the side with a cool finish from close range into the bottom left corner after a counter-attack saw the ground cross converted into the back of the net in the 16th minute.
City did manage to get a penalty in the latter part of the half only for Marmoush to have his shot saved by former United goalkeeper Dean Henderson as he dived to the left to save the shot and maintain the lead going into half-time.
Crystal Palace, under the guidance of Oliver Glasner, have shown strong form since his arrival. Recent results against Arsenal and Tottenham have bolstered their confidence, and their convincing victory over Aston Villa in the last round may serve as a psychological advantage heading into the final. The London side will be optimistic as they prepare to take on City in what promises to be an exciting encounter.
Manchester City team news
Manchester City head into the FA Cup 2025 final with a fully fit squad from their recent clash against Southampton. Ilkay Gundogan remains unavailable, but there’s positive news as Rodri has returned to training. Pep Guardiola confirmed the midfielder is improving steadily, stating they won’t rush his return unless fully fit. The manager must also manage his squad carefully with crucial Premier League fixtures ahead, keeping in mind the upcoming Club World Cup. With multiple competitions in play, ensuring player fitness and avoiding setbacks will be key for Guardiola as he aims to end the season on a strong note.
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Crystal Palace team news
Crystal Palace have received a timely boost ahead of the FA Cup 2025 final with Adam Wharton returning to full fitness. Manager Oliver Glasner confirmed that Wharton trained throughout the week and is available for selection, adding that the rest of the squad is also fit. With a fully available team, Glasner acknowledged the challenge of making tough selection calls. He also assured fans that the team’s preparation has remained consistent, with no major changes to the training routine, apart from increased media duties ahead of the high-stakes clash against Manchester City at Wembley.
Manchester City vs Crystal Palace FA Cup final starting 11
Manchester City starting 11: Ortega; Akanji, Dias, Gvardiol, O’Reilly; Savio, Bernardo; Doku, De Bruyne, Marmoush; Haaland
Crystal Palace starting 11: Henderson; Richards, Lacroix, Guehi; Munoz, Camada, Wharton, Mitchell; Eze, Sarr; Mateta
FA Cup final: Manchester City vs Crystal Palace live telecast and streaming details
When will the FA Cup Final between Manchester City and Crystal Palace be played?
The FA Cup Final between Manchester City and Crystal Palace will be played on May 17.
What time will the FA Cup Final between Manchester City and Crystal Palace begin on May 17?
The FA Cup Final between Manchester City and Crystal Palace will kick off at 9:00 PM IST.
What will be the venue for the FA Cup Final between Manchester City and Crystal Palace?
Wembley Stadium in London will host the FA Cup Final between Manchester City and Crystal Palace.
Where will the live telecast of the FA Cup Final between Manchester City and Crystal Palace be available in India?
The live telecast of the FA Cup Final between Manchester City and Crystal Palace will be available on the Sony Sports Network.
Where will the live streaming of the FA Cup Final between Manchester City and Crystal Palace be available in India?
The live streaming of the FA Cup Final between Manchester City and Crystal Palace will be available on the SonyLIV app.

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