FA Cup Quarter-Finals: Arsenal, Chelsea, and City Aim for Domestic Glory
The Women's FA Cup quarter-finals promise thrilling matchups as teams vie for a place in the semi-finals. Arsenal faces Brighton after a triumphant Champions League quarter-final against Chelsea. Despite their WSL title hopes dimming after Manchester City's victory over Manchester United, Arsenal aims for a domestic and European cup double. Brighton, fresh off a much-needed 1-0 victory against Leicester, sits sixth in the WSL but has struggled with consistency, making their task daunting against a strong Arsenal side. Charlton meets Liverpool amid a challenging WSL2 campaign, having slipped to second place with only two games left. While struggling, a win against Liverpool could bolster their morale significantly. Liverpool, revitalized by a successful January transfer window, seeks to capitalize on Charlton's current troubles and secure their semi-final spot. In another clash, Chelsea looks to rebound after a disappointing season by defeating Tottenham. Despite injuries and recent losses, Chelsea's ambition for a domestic cup double remains strong. Tottenham, having faced tough defeats, enters this match with lower expectations, potentially allowing them to play freely against a depleted Chelsea squad. Lastly, Birmingham City faces a formidable challenge against Manchester City. After a crucial 1-0 win over Sunderland, Birmingham leads the WSL2, but City, fresh off a dominant 3-0 victory against Manchester United, is in top form. City aims for both league and cup success, boasting a powerful squad that could overwhelm Birmingham’s aspirations.
Source: The Guardian Sport - 2026-04-04