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FINAL COUNTDOWN

When is the FA Cup final, how do I get tickets, and what TV channel is it on?

More than 737 teams have been whittled down to just two as the world's greatest cup competition reaches its finale

Arsenal put in a dominant display to win the FA Cup with a 2-1 defeat of Chelsea at Wembley

THERE are few occasions in sport that bring out the emotion and passion of the FA Cup final.

From the earliest qualifying rounds, 737 teams began their quest to make that famous walk out at Wembley this year - but come May we will be left with just two.

 Wenger won his seventh FA Cup with Arsenal
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Wenger won his seventh FA Cup with ArsenalCredit: PA:Press Association

Current holders Arsenal will not be back to defend their crown after crashing out to Nottingham Forest in the Third Round.

Here's all you need to know ahead of the showdown at the Home of Football.

 Arsenal put in a dominant display to win the FA Cup with a 2-1 defeat of Chelsea at Wembley
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Arsenal put in a dominant display to win the FA Cup with a 2-1 defeat of Chelsea at WembleyCredit: Getty Images

When is the FA Cup final?

THIS year's final will take place on Saturday, May 19 at Wembley.

As yet, the kick-off time is not confirmed and will be decided at a later date.

Last season Arsenal vs Chelsea began at 5.30pm.

 Famous pedestrian Wembley bridge is set to be demolished
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Famous pedestrian Wembley bridge is set to be demolishedCredit: PA:Empics Sport

How can I get tickets?

ONCE the finalists have progressed from the semi-finals, they will each be given an equal allocation by the FA.

These will be sold by the club and are usually available from their ticket offices or online through Ticketmaster.

As a price point, last year's tickets were £5 down on 2016 and were sold at £45, £65, £85 and £115 for adults.

Concession prices are dictated by the clubs themselves, so will be revealed once the finalists are confirmed.

Club Wembley members can apply for tickets via the Wembley Stadium website.

 There will be no home comforts for Spurs in their FA Cup semi-final with Man Utd
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There will be no home comforts for Spurs in their FA Cup semi-final with Man UtdCredit: Getty Images

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Which channel can I watch it on?

THIS season you will have a choice of broadcasters - and the FA Cup final remains FREE on terrestrial TV. 

Both BT Sport and the BBC have shared rights for the FA Cup, so you can watch on either.

Late Ray Wilkins scores incredible goal for Manchester United in 1983 FA Cup final against Brighton & Hove Albion
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