11 h. ago ‘It’s surreal’: Arminia Bielefeld’s dream cup run reaches its finale

After a series of spectacular upsets, the third division champions hope to do the unthinkable against StuttgartAs the clock ticked down on one of Arminia Bielefeld’s most famous victories, there was a moment when time seemed to stand still. Bayer Leverkusen, the DFB-Pokal holders, were 10 minutes from going out of the competition and, as if finally realising the urgency of the situation, shook themselves awake for one last big chance.Jeremie Frimpong peeled away on the right and scooped a cross into the box, where Patrik Schick was waiting. He rose highest, headed back across goal and, as the stadium held its breath, watched the ball glance an upright and spin wide. Jonas Kersken, the Arminia goalkeeper, had been one of the heroes of the night, but he knew their fate had been out of his hands. He did the only thing he could do: planted a grateful kiss on the post. Continue reading...

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47 h. ago Greg Taylor's unseen Celtic contract power floated as Kieran Tierney leaves Arsenal icon with transfer regret

Taylor is set to play his final game for the Hoops in the Scottish Cup Final - unless a new agreement can be reached

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4 d. ago Pride as Johnstone Burgh reach Junior Cup Final for first time in 25 years

The Renfrewshire outfit overturned a one-goal deficit to see off Largs Thistle at Barrfields on Sunday.

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8 d. ago Ruben Dias interview: ‘There were troubled times, but Man City is a strong house’

The defender reflects on the moment Manchester City’s season started to slide and how they overcame the doubters to reach the FA Cup final

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1 week ago The Eagles have landed at Wembley – how did Crystal Palace reach FA Cup final?

It is the third FA Cup final in Palace’s history and another chance for them to win major silverware for the first time.

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2 w. ago Hapless side named 'worst team of 2023' make cup final for first time in 26 years

Cwm Albion FC Reserves were named the worst football team in the UK in 2023 but have reached the final of the Reserve Cup – marking a historic turnaround for the 100-year old club

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3 w. ago Northampton stun Leinster with heroic victory to reach Champions Cup final

Leinster 34-37 NorthamptonSaints cling on for win following first-half blitzThis competition has seen a few remarkable results over the years but few to match this sweetest of Saints days. Maybe Leinster thought that a fourth successive Investec Champions Cup final appearance was a formality against supposedly outgunned English opposition. If so they were made to pay a heavy price as a triple whammy of tries from Tommy Freeman helped Northampton pull off one of the all-time great knockout heists.The Irish province, beaten in the final in the last three consecutive seasons, were stunned at the final whistle. But the Saints had led 27-15 at half-time and, even after Leinster had charged back to within three points the visitors came knocking again via a 62nd minute score from James Ramm. The final quarter was frantically tense, settled in contentious fashion after an aghast Leinster had a possible 79th-minute score disallowed. Continue reading...

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3 w. ago Arne Slot praises Alexis Mac Allister’s role in Liverpool’s title win

The Argentina World Cup winner started to reach peak form after Christmas.

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3 w. ago Man City: Pep Guardiola hails Mateo Kovacic for 'extraordinary' run of form to inspire FA Cup final return

Man City reach FA Cup final for third successive season

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3 w. ago Nottingham Forest vs Man City LIVE: FA Cup result, latest updates and reaction

Forest hit woodwork three times as City hold on to reach FA Cup final

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3 w. ago Oliver Glasner refuses to ‘destroy’ mood by dancing after Palace reach cup final

Ismaila Sarr recorded a second-half brace after Eberechi Eze opened the scoring.

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3 w. ago Crystal Palace: Oliver Glasner praises 'great' recruitment strategy as Eagles reach FA Cup final

Crystal Palace reap the benefits of scouting in the Championship as the likes of Eberechi Eze, Ismaila Sarr and Adam Wharton starred in the FA Cup semi-final win over Aston Villa

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3 w. ago Crystal Palace chief aims brutal weight dig at Wayne Rooney moments after reaching FA Cup final

Crystal Palace comfortably defeated Aston Villa in the FA Cup semi-final to earn the place in the tournament's finale next month thanks to goals from Eberechi Eze and Ismaila Sarr

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3 w. ago Sublime Crystal Palace set up shot at FA Cup history and show others the way

Crystal Palace 3-0 Aston Villa: Palace were magnificent to reach their third FA Cup final and seem to have the quality to finally deliver that long-awaited trophy

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4 w. ago Crystal Palace player ratings vs Aston Villa: Sarr and Eze produce quality as Eagles reach FA Cup final

Crystal Palace enjoy one of their finest days ever to reach the FA Cup final

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4 w. ago Maxence Lacroix interview: ‘When Crystal Palace win the FA Cup, Wembley will shake — it will be beautiful’

The Palace defender believes Palace can beat Aston Villa, reach next month’s FA Cup final, and go all the way

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