It is the last 16 of the FA Cup and, as always, there are some gripping matches to be seen. First up is Manchester United-Chelsea, with both sides looking to progress to the semi-finals where they will face Arsenal-Manchester City. Barcelona and Liverpool are also in action this weekend, so make sure you don’t miss any of the action!
Arsenal vs Manchester City
The FA Cup semi-final between Arsenal and Manchester City is set to take place this weekend. The Gunners are coming into the match as heavy favourites, but with a recent change of manager, anything can happen. Arsenal’s defence has been shaky of late and they will need to be on their game to keep Manchester City at bay. Pep Guardiola’s side have been unstoppable in the Premier League this season and will be looking for their first FA Cup since 2013.
The other semi-final sees Chelsea take on Manchester United. The Blues have been inconsistent this season, but they always seem to find a way to win when it matters most. Jose Mourinho’s side will need to play with confidence if they want to come out on top against a United side that is still searching for its first trophy under new manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.
Manchester United vs Chelsea
United are in the semi-finals of the FA Cup, while Chelsea are in the Premier League. Arsenal will play Manchester City in the other semi-final.
Manchester United have been drawn against Chelsea, who they have faced before in the competition. They have won both matches, with their most recent victory coming back in October last year. Jose Mourinho’s side are likely to be a difficult opponent for United, and it will be interesting to see how Louis van Gaal’s side match up against them.
Arsenal will face Manchester City in the other semi-final. Arsene Wenger has had a mixed season so far and it is unclear as to how his side will perform against Pep Guardiola’s side. However, City have struggled recently and could easily meet Arsenal at home and knock them out of the tournament.
Who will win the FA Cup?
This season’s FA Cup has been an exciting one with some great matches taking place. Manchester United and Chelsea are in the semi-finals, while Arsenal and Manchester City are also in the last four. Who will win? The answer is not easy to predict. However, if we look at the data, it is clear that Chelsea have a better chance of winning.
First of all, they have a better head-to-head record against United. They have won two out of their three meetings so far this season, while United have only managed one victory (the other match ended in a draw). In the last meeting between these sides in February, Chelsea won 3-1 thanks to goals from Eden Hazard, Diego Costa and David Luiz.
Arsenal are also strong contenders for the cup this year, but their record against City is not as good. They have won one out of their three meetings against City this season, while City have managed two victories (one of which was a 2-0 victory in the Premier League). If Arsenal manage to win their next match against Leicester on Saturday, they will tieCity at 2 wins each and then the tie will go to penalties. However, if City lose or draw
What’s at stake in the semi-finals?
The two semi-final matches between Manchester United and Chelsea and Arsenal and Manchester City could have a big impact on the Premier League table at the end of the season. Both matches are very important for their respective clubs, but especially for United who need to win if they want to maintain any hope of qualifying for the Champions League and City who need to avoid losing in order to keep their title hopes alive.
Chelsea vs Manchester United
The Blues were knocked out of the FA Cup in the fourth round by Watford, but are still looking to mount a serious challenge for the Premier League title this season. Jose Mourinho’s side has plenty of experience in cup competitions and will be looking to make it all the way this time around. The Red Devils, meanwhile, will be desperate to win their fifth FA Cup trophy after narrowly losing to Crystal Palace in last year’s final. A victory for either side would be an excellent result towards their respective goals, but Chelsea would be more likely to progress as they have home advantage. Manchester City vs Arsenal
City have been runaway Premier League champions so far this season, but Arsene Wenger’s side is no pushover. The Gunners lost 2-1 at home to
Predictions for the FA Cup semi-finals
The FA Cup semi-finals are set and Manchester United will take on Chelsea while Arsenal and Manchester City will meet. With the exception of Arsenal’s 2nd leg against Barcelona, all of these teams have played in the Champions League this season. While this could be a disadvantage for some, it does give them a bit more rest and preparation for the cup.
Arsenal-Manchester City:
This is a tough one to call. Both teams have had great seasons but there are a few key differences. For starters, City have had to play more games than Arsenal and they’ve also had to travel more. This could be an advantage for City as they might be fresher but they also have to be wary of how tired their players are. The final score prediction is 3-2 to City but it could go either way.
Manchester United-Chelsea:
This is the clear favorite to win. United haven’t been at their best recently but they always seem to come alive in the cup. Chelsea will also be looking forward to getting revenge for their loss in the League Cup Final last season. However, despite being favorites, don’t rule out United coming back from
Conclusion
The FA Cup is one of the oldest and most prestigious cup competitions in the world, and this year’s semi-finals are no different. This weekend sees Manchester United take on Chelsea in a replay after their 1-1 draw at Stamford Bridge earlier this month, while Arsenal travel to meet Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium. The winner of each game will progress to Wembley to face either Liverpool or Tottenham Hotspur in the final. Who do you think will win? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!