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When is the FA Cup final? What time is kick-off? Will VAR be used?

Manchester City play Watford in the FA Cup final

The FA Cup Semi-Finals will take place at Wembley on the weekend of April 6-7.
Image: The FA Cup final will be at Wembley Stadium

When is the 2019 FA Cup final and will VAR be used? All you need to know about the final...

When is it?

The FA Cup final is on Saturday, May 18, a week after the conclusion of the Premier League season.

What time is kick-off?

The game gets underway at 5pm.

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Where is it?

Like the semi-finals, the final will be played at Wembley Stadium.

Who's playing?

Image: Jesus (left) scored his side's FA Cup semi-final winner against Brighton

Watford face Man City in the FA Cup final after a thrilling 3-2 semi-final victory over Wolves, where the Hornets fought back from 2-0 down to win it in extra-time. Man City are through in less dramatic circumstances following a 1-0 win over Brighton.

City have not won the competition since 2011 while Watford have never lifted the trophy.

Troy Deeney celebrates his equalising penalty in the FA Cup semi-final
Image: Troy Deeney celebrates his equalising penalty in the FA Cup semi-final

Will VAR be used?

Yes.

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The Video Assistant Referee will be consulted for the FA Cup final, with big screens around the stadium showing decisions if they are overturned.

VAR's decision will be announced on the big screen before a replay is shown.

How can I follow the game?

You will be able to follow all the FA Cup action, as well as the conclusion of the Premier League season, with Sky Sports.

Head to www.skysports.com or the Sky Sports app to follow live blogs.

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