In the end, the favourites won both FA Cup semi-finals and this season the showpiece match at Wembley Stadium features two of the biggest sides in England.

Manchester City continued their impressive form in the second half of the season and kept their domestic treble hopes alive with a 2-1 win over Southampton on Saturday.

Finn Azaz had given Southampton the lead with 11 minutes to go but Jeremy Doku and Nico Gonzalez turned it around with goals on 82 and 85.

Chelsea saw off Leeds United on Sunday thanks to a first half header by Enzo Fernandez as the Liam Rosenior days as manager of Chelsea were firmly put in the rear view mirror.

When it comes to FA Cup final prices, it is worth considering that both Leeds and Southampton were paying more for their semi-final tickets on the resale market compared to Chelsea and Manchester City respectively.

Manchester City's support at their semi-final was even joked about by legendary manager Pep Guardiola in the post-Southampton press conference. When asked about the empty seats in the City end, Pep said: "They will come to the final, you will see."

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Chelsea Tickets £70 More Expensive on Resale Market Than Manchester City

One day after the FA Cup final was confirmed, SeatPick is showcasing 4,338 listings for the May 16, 2026 match.

Chelsea tickets start from £224 whilst Manchester City seats would currently set you back £150.

Much like their semi-final with Southampton and also their Carabao Cup final win over Arsenal, the cheapest tickets at Wembley are to see Pep Guardiola's side.

We are truly seeing right now what it is like when a reasonably supported Premier League side has sustained success at home and in Europe over many years, how their fans simply tire of big games at Wembley and the costs associated with big matches.

All prices based on SeatPick resale listings as of 27 April 2026. Availability and pricing subject to change.

Date	Event + Venue	Starting Price (£)
16 May 2026	Chelsea end, FA Cup Final, Wembley	£224
16 May 2026	Manchester City end, FA Cup Final, Wembley	£150

Why Are Chelsea FA Cup Final Tickets More Expensive?

The price gap comes down to scarcity of recent experience versus saturation. Chelsea have not lifted the FA Cup since 2018 and have not even reached the final since 2022, so for many of their supporters this is a genuinely rare occasion.

Manchester City fans, meanwhile, have been to Wembley for an FA Cup final in five of the last seven seasons. The repeat trips, combined with the cost of travel from Manchester to London, mean some season ticket holders are happy to pass their allocation on to the resale market rather than make the journey for what feels like a routine appearance.

Chelsea's London location also plays a role. The travel cost to Wembley is minimal for the Stamford Bridge faithful, so demand stays high without the trade-off Manchester-based fans have to make on hotels and trains.

There is also the trophy weight factor. A win in this final would be a meaningful step for Chelsea and a place in the Europa League, whereas for City it would be another addition to a bursting trophy cabinet, with the Premier League title race still very much alive at the same time.

Manchester City's Premier League Run-In

Manchester City have five Premier League matches plus the FA Cup final to navigate before the season ends, with the title race still on a knife edge.

The Etihad clash with Aston Villa on the final day is the most expensive home fixture of the run-in at £183 starting, reflecting its potential as a title decider. The Bournemouth and Crystal Palace fixtures are still to be confirmed but are reasonably priced right now.

Date	Event + Venue	Starting Price (£)
4 May 2026	Everton vs Manchester City, Hill Dickinson Stadium	£65
9 May 2026	Manchester City vs Brentford, Etihad Stadium	£70
16 May 2026	Manchester City vs Chelsea, FA Cup Final, Wembley	£150
24 May 2026	Manchester City vs Aston Villa, Etihad Stadium	£183
TBC	AFC Bournemouth vs Manchester City, Vitality Stadium	£163
TBC	Manchester City vs Crystal Palace, Etihad Stadium	£67

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Chelsea's Premier League Run-In

Chelsea's run-in is dominated by the trip to Anfield on 9 May, currently the second most expensive ticket of their remaining fixtures at £179 starting. The home fixture with Tottenham, now to be rearranged, is the most expensive Stamford Bridge ticket of the run-in at £162. Mainly due to Tottenham's very real fears of relegation to the EFL Championship.

Date	Event + Venue	Starting Price (£)
4 May 2026	Chelsea vs Nottingham Forest, Stamford Bridge	£93
9 May 2026	Liverpool vs Chelsea, Anfield	£179
16 May 2026	Manchester City vs Chelsea, FA Cup Final, Wembley	£150
24 May 2026	Sunderland vs Chelsea, Stadium of Light	£85
TBC	Chelsea vs Tottenham Hotspur, Stamford Bridge	£162

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FA Cup Final 2026 FAQs

How much are FA Cup Final 2026 tickets? Tickets for the FA Cup Final at Wembley start at £150 for the Manchester City end and £224 for the Chelsea end on the resale market, with over 4,338 listings available across all sections of the stadium.

When is the FA Cup Final 2026? The FA Cup Final is on Saturday 16 May 2026 at Wembley Stadium, with Chelsea facing Manchester City in the showpiece match.

Why are Chelsea FA Cup Final tickets more expensive than Manchester City? Chelsea fans haven't seen their team in an FA Cup final since 2022, while Manchester City have been Wembley regulars over the past decade. The travel cost from Manchester also puts pressure on some City season ticket holders to release allocations onto the resale market.

Where can I buy FA Cup Final tickets? SeatPick aggregates listings from trusted secondary marketplaces in one place, letting fans compare prices across multiple resale partners and find the best deals available online.