Manchester City reaches record fourth straight FA Cup final after 2-1 win over Southampton

Context The match took place at Wembley Stadium on 25 April 2026. Southampton took the lead late in the second half through Finn Azaz. Manchester City responded with a deflected Jeremy Doku equaliser and a long‑range Nico Gonzalez winner three minutes from time.

Key Facts - City’s victory marks the first time any club has appeared in four consecutive FA Cup finals. - Pep Guardiola called the achievement extraordinary and said it should give the team good momentum. - Southampton’s unbeaten run, which had stretched to 20 matches across all competitions, ended with the loss. - City will face either Leeds or Chelsea in the final on 16 May.

What It Means City remains on track for a possible domestic treble, having already won the Premier League and League Cup in recent seasons. The result also halts Southampton’s push for an immediate Premier League return after their Championship campaign. Guardiola’s squad rotation, which included eight changes from the league‑winning side, shows depth ahead of the final. Fans and analysts will watch how City manages fatigue and whether they can convert the momentum into a trophy on 16 May.