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2026 FA Cup Quarter-Finals Set for April Showdown

4/3/2026

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Women’s FA Cup Quarter-finals

The Adobe Women’s FA Cup quarter-finals will be played on April 5-6, 2026, featuring eight teams vying for a semi-final.
Charlton Athletic and Birmingham City are the only teams from outside the Women's Super League in the competition.
The matches will be broadcast live, underscoring growing visibility of women's football.
The semi-final draw is set for April 6, and the final will be held May 31, 2026, at Wembley Stadium.

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City Prepares for Liverpool

Manchester City will face Liverpool in the FA Cup quarter-finals on April 4, 2026, at the Etihad Stadium.
Manchester City defeated Newcastle United 3-1, with Omar Marmoush scoring twice, and Pep Guardiola praised the performance as their best at St James' Park.
Liverpool, under pressure after Mohamed Salah's departure, have won only one of their last four matches, while City prepare for the FA Cup quarter-finals.

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Historical Context

The inaugural Women's World Cup in 1995 marked a significant milestone for women's football, following decades of struggle against bans and discrimination, notably the FA's 1921 prohibition in England. With over 650,000 spectators, the tournament showcased the sport's rising popularity. The upcoming 2026 FA Cup quarter-finals reflect this evolution, highlighting a commitment to advancing women's football globally.

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Women’s FA Cup Quarter-finals

The Adobe Women’s FA Cup quarter-finals will be played on April 5-6, 2026, featuring eight teams vying for a semi-final.
Charlton Athletic and Birmingham City are the only teams from outside the Women's Super League in the competition.
The matches will be broadcast live, underscoring growing visibility of women's football.
The semi-final draw is set for April 6, and the final will be held May 31, 2026, at Wembley Stadium.

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