The 2024-25 FA Sunday Cup Final takes place this weekend when Highgate Albion go head-to-head with North Solihull Athletic for a chance to lift the trophy.
Ahead of the showdown, here is all you need to know.
When and where is the Final taking place?
The Final takes place on Sunday 4 April (1pm BST) at Milton Keynes Dons’ Stadium MK – a neutral venue – in Buckinghamshire.
How did both teams reach the Final?
The competition got underway in October when London-based Highgate beat Cassiobury Rangers 8-0 in the first round while Midlands team North Solihull Athletic played out a 1-1 draw with Oldfields, advancing 4-3 on penalties.
Into the second round, Highgate were awarded a walkover against North Watford, with North Solihull Athletic overcoming Bulls Head 2-1 away from home to book their place in the next stage of the competition.
That winning feeling 😍@NSA_FC_ book their spot in the #FASundayCup Final with a standout win on penalties over @EastLB2023 🔥
— England Football (@EnglandFootball) April 10, 2025
Watch how it all unfolded 👇 pic.twitter.com/N13505MazK
Highgate were among the goals once again in the third round, registering a 9-0 win on home turf against Tilehurst El Patrons, while North Solihull Athletic ran out 2-0 winners over CFA.
The fourth round saw Highgate edge past Hammersmith Town in a 2-1 victory while North Solihull Athletic triumphed 2-1 against Rubery Athletico.
With a place in the final four at stake, Highgate came up against St Josephs (Luton) in the fifth round, winning 3-1, while North Solihull Athletic saw off Hartlepool AFC Supporters in a 2-0 victory.
A 1-0 win over Mayfair in the semi-final saw Highgate seal their place in the Final, while North Solihull Athletic drew 1-1 with East London Ballers, winning 4-3 in the shootout.
A final spot well earned! 🤩
— England Football (@EnglandFootball) March 26, 2025
@Official_HAFC are heading to the #FASundayCup Final after a brilliant win over @MayfairFC12 👏
Watch the highlights now 📺 pic.twitter.com/vCTe5aHVTY
What have the teams said ahead of the Final?
Having reached the Final of the FA Sunday Cup in 2022 as both club secretary and manager of Highgate, boss Adam Shahein is ready and raring to go again as his side look to cap off a memorable campaign.
“The club continues to grow and improve year on year, and we are hoping this is finally our year,” explained Shahein. “I would say only six or seven players from the previous squad that reached the Final still play. We have a much younger squad now who seem to be embracing the pressure of winning big games and cups.
“It’s been a fantastic season. So far, we have only lost two games and currently we are on course for a quadrupole. The pain from the defeat three years ago has given us the hunger to come back stronger and more determined to be the best in England.”
Solihull skipper Dean Morris is now in his second season with the club, which was formed just four years ago. And with his side now a game away from getting their hands on some silverware, the 33 year old attributed the club’s success to the team bond.
“I’d put it down to togetherness really,” said Morris. “We all know each other and it all seems to come together when we play. We respect each other on and off the pitch and it makes us all work harder.
“In the first round, we had struggled a bit to put a team out – we only had three subs, I think. One of our coaches played in goal and saved three penalties in the shootout. It’s at times like this that you think maybe you could go all the way. It did set us up nicely!”
How can I watch the Final?
The Final will be available to watch live via the official England Football YouTube channel. Click here to tune in.
Tickets to watch the game live are also available to purchase by clicking here.
What is the format of the Final?
The game will last 90 minutes in length, with an additional 30 minutes added on if the score is still level at the full-time whistle.
Should the match end in a draw after extra time, it will be decided by a penalty shootout.
