Chelsea, Manchester City and Southampton have all booked their places in the FA Cup semi-finals following a dramatic quarter-final weekend, and the Football Association has now confirmed the last-four pairings after Leeds United qualified by defeating West Ham United.
The breakthrough news came as the three Premier League sides advanced convincingly, setting up an intriguing semi-final draw that took place this evening.
Chelsea and Manchester City two traditional heavyweights will be joined by surprise package Southampton, who have defied expectations to reach this stage, along with Championship side Leeds United.
In the confirmed semi-final tie, Chelsea vs Leeds United and Manchester City vs Southampton.
The semi-finals will be played at Wembley Stadium over the weekend of 25–26 April 2026, with one tie on each day.
No specific match details or quotes from managers were released in the initial breaking reports, but the advancement marks a significant milestone for Southampton in particular, as they continue an impressive cup run amid their domestic campaign.
Leeds United’s qualification adds an extra edge, with the Championship outfit now set for a high-profile clash against Chelsea.
The draw was conducted live from the London Stadium shortly after the conclusion of the West Ham vs Leeds quarter-final. Full reactions from managers and players are expected in the coming hours.
