Where to watch the FA Cup Final

In recent years the FA Cup Final has been moved around somewhat but in 2026, we are back with the traditional 3PM kick-off slot.

Both the BBC and TNT Sports have the rights to show the FA Cup Final.

The BBC will start their broadcast at 1:15PM, giving nearly two hours of build-up on BBC One.

For TNT Sports, they are going for the more traditional old school approach with their live coverage starting from 9AM, six hours before a ball is kicked.

Yes you can. Anyone with Sky Go or Virgin TV Go can use that service to stream the match live, should they have the TNT Sports package.

HBO Max is now also partnered with TNT Sports and those who subscribe to that service can enjoy FA Cup Final on a Live Stream.

BBC iPlayer will also be showing the match live. So if you are unable to get in front of a TV, you’ll have options to take whichever stream you prefer.

BBC One will have a special Match of the Day from just after midnight. Highlights and analysis will be available there.

TNT Sports will also have a highlights show with YouTube also been used as a platform for highlight packages.

BBC will lead with their top pairing of Guy Mowbray and Alan Shearer.

TNT will follow suit with Steven Gerrard joining their top pair of Darren Fletcher and Ally McCoist.

In what is potentially a sign of who is the number one at the BBC ahead of the World Cup, Mark Chapman will lead their coverage from 2PM.

For TNT, Laura Woods continues as the primary host for the FA Cup on the channel.

You can bet on this match with us at Betfred. Simon Lillibury has taken point on this match for us and picked out his two Best Bets for the FA Cup Final. You can check out his Chelsea vs Manchester City Predictions behind the link.