The FA Cup: A Season-Long Journey
A Haven for Underdogs and a Showcase for Giants
The Road to Wembley
The Emirates FA Cup is one of the most prestigious and historic football competitions in the world. It is open to all clubs in the English football league system, from the Premier League down to the 10th tier. This means that teams from all levels have a chance to compete for the trophy.
A Tale of Triumph and Heartbreak
The FA Cup is known for its upsets and underdog stories. In recent years, we have seen teams from non-league football cause major upsets against Premier League giants. These upsets are what make the FA Cup so special and unpredictable.
The Magic of the Final
The FA Cup Final is one of the most iconic events in the English sporting calendar. It is held at Wembley Stadium and is watched by millions of people around the world. The final is a day of celebration and excitement, and it is a chance for the winning team to etch their name into football history.
Notable Numbers
- 2016747 - Total number of goals scored in the FA Cup since its inception
- 14005 - Average number of goals scored per match in the FA Cup
- 8 - Number of goals scored by the top goal scorer, Paul Mullin, in the 2022-23 season
Upcoming Dates
The 2023-24 Emirates FA Cup campaign will begin in August and end in June.
The following are the round dates for the 2023-24 Emirates FA Cup:
- Preliminary Round: August 6, 2023
- First Round Qualifying: August 20, 2023
- Second Round Qualifying: September 3, 2023
- Third Round Qualifying: September 17, 2023
- Fourth Round Qualifying: October 1, 2023
- First Round Proper: November 5, 2023
- Second Round Proper: December 3, 2023
- Third Round Proper: January 7, 2024
- Fourth Round Proper: January 28, 2024
- Fifth Round Proper: March 4, 2024
- Quarter-Finals: March 18, 2024
- Semi-Finals: April 22, 2024
- Final: June 10, 2024
Fixture dates and times may change subject to TV.
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