Football fans can look forward to seeing tomorrow`s potential stars on display when Aston Villa Under-18s face off against Manchester City Under-18s in the highly anticipated 2025 FA Youth Cup final on Monday.
Aston Villa`s youngsters are aiming for their fifth FA Youth Cup title, hoping to replicate the success of their 2021 counterparts who included future talents like Aaron Ramsey, Carney Chukwuemeka, and Louie Barry. Manchester City, the reigning champions, are also pursuing their fifth title in this prestigious youth competition.
How to Watch FA Youth Cup Final Online – TV Channels & Live Streams
| Territory | Stream |
|---|---|
| United States | ESPN+ |
| United Kingdom | The FA Player |
| International | FA Cup YouTube |
In the United States, the final is available on ESPN+, while UK viewers can watch via The FA Player by creating an account. The match will also be broadcast live on the official FA Cup YouTube channel internationally.
Aston Villa U18 vs Man City U18 FA Youth Cup Final Kick-off Time
| Date: | May 5, 2025 |
| Kick-off time: | 3pm BST / 10am ET |
| Venue: | Villa Park, Birmingham |
The 2024-25 FA Youth Cup final is scheduled for Monday, May 5, 2025, and will take place at Villa Park in Birmingham.
Kick-off is set for 3pm BST in the UK, which is 10am ET if you are in the U.S.
Aston Villa U18 vs Man City U18 Starting Lineups
The confirmed starting lineups will be announced closer to kick-off.
Aston Villa U18: TBA
Man City U18: TBA
Key players to watch include Manchester City`s Matthew Warhurst, who has been a crucial performer throughout the campaign, along with Finley Gorman and Reigan Heskey, son of former England international Emile Heskey. For Villa, look out for England youth internationals Mason Cotcher and Jamaldeen Jimoh Alobah.
FA Youth Cup Final: How Each Team Got There
| Round | Aston Villa U18 | Manchester City U18 |
|---|---|---|
| Third Round | Aston Villa 6-0 Accrington Stanley | Manchester City 1-0 Crystal Palace |
| Fourth Round | Newcastle United 0-4 Aston Villa | Manchester City 5-1 Millwall |
| Fifth Round | Aston Villa 3-2 Bristol City | Leeds United 1-6 Manchester City |
| Quarter-final | Aston Villa 3-0 Plymouth Argyle | West Brom 0-6 Manchester City |
| Semi-final | Aston Villa 1-1 Manchester United (3-2P) | Watford 0-1 Manchester City |
Aston Villa reached the final by defeating Accrington Stanley, Newcastle United, Bristol City, Plymouth Argyle, and Manchester United (on penalties in the semi-final). Manchester City`s path involved wins against Crystal Palace, Millwall, Leeds United, West Brom, and Watford.
Both teams have shown strong attacking form throughout the competition. Villa averaged 3.4 goals per game on their way to the final, while City averaged an impressive 3.8 goals per game. Despite these high averages, their respective semi-final matches were much closer affairs, suggesting a potentially tight final.
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