Need to know
- Kick-off and location: The match is scheduled to kick off at 3pm on Saturday, May 16. As is tradition, the showpiece event will be held at Wembley Stadium in London.
- Terrestrial TV channel: Viewers in the UK can watch the final live on free-to-air television via BBC One. The broadcast is part of a day-long celebration of the competition, with the main match coverage beginning at 2pm.
- Subscription TV coverage: For those seeking an alternative, TNT Sports 1 will also broadcast the match live in the United Kingdom. Their extensive matchday coverage is confirmed to start at 9am, providing several hours of build-up before the action begins.
- Live stream information: Fans can stream the final live on the BBC iPlayer and the BBC Sport website through any compatible smart device. Additionally, TNT Sports subscribers can watch via the HBO Max app.
- How to watch in the US: Supporters in the United States can catch the final exclusively on ESPN+, which requires a monthly or annual subscription. The match will also be available on ESPN Deportes for Spanish-speaking audiences, with the kick-off scheduled for 10am ET.
- UK radio coverage: National radio commentary will be provided by both BBC Radio 5 Live and talkSPORT throughout the afternoon. Both stations will offer full build-up, with talkSPORT beginning its matchday show at 1pm and Five Live starting its coverage at 2.30pm.
- Chelsea injury news: Levi Colwill and Reece James are in contention to feature. Interim boss Calum McFarlane has also issued positive updates on the fitness of Alejandro Garnacho, Pedro Neto and Robert Sanchez.
- Manchester City injury news: Josko Gvardiol made his return from a broken leg against Crystal Palace on Wednesday night. Rodri is a doubt for the game as he struggles with the lingering effects of an injury sustained against Arsenal.
- Paths to Wembley: Chelsea reached the final following a 1-0 semi-final win over Leeds United, having previously defeated Charlton Athletic, Hull City, Wrexham and Port Vale. City’s road to the final has seen them beat Exeter City, Salford City, Newcastle, Liverpool and then Southampton at Wembley.
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