FA Cup: When will the semi-final draw take place?

The 2025-2026 edition of the FA Cup is reaching a decisive turning point this Sunday, April 5, with the draw for the semi-finals.

The ceremony will take place right after the highly anticipated clash between West Ham United and Leeds United, around 5:45 p.m. GMT.

Three clubs already through to the last four

Three teams have already punched their tickets for the semi-finals. Manchester City cruised through their quarter-final, handing Liverpool a heavy 4-0 defeat, powered by a hat-trick from Norwegian striker Erling Haaland.

Chelsea, for their part, left Port Vale with no chance, delivering a resounding 7-0 victory.

And finally, Southampton pulled off a shock by knocking out title favourites Arsenal, winning 2-1.

The name of the fourth semi-finalist is still up in the air and will be decided after the duel between West Ham United and Leeds United.

When will the semi-finals take place?

The semi-finals will be played at the legendary Wembley Stadium in London on April 25 and 26.

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