From Leicester's fairytale run to City's dominance, how many FA Cup finalists can you recall from the past 14 years?
The FA Cup has delivered some of the most memorable moments in English football over the past decade and a half, with underdogs rising to challenge the established elite and African stars shining on Wembley's hallowed turf. Since 2010, we've witnessed everything from Leicester City's stunning 2021 triumph to Manchester City's recent dominance of the competition.
African players have been central to many of these memorable finals. Riyad Mahrez's brilliance helped Leicester claim their first FA Cup in 2021, while Yaya Touré was instrumental in Manchester City's multiple victories during their golden era. Arsenal's FA Cup success in the early 2010s featured contributions from players like Alex Iwobi, representing the growing influence of African talent in English football's most historic competition.
The period has been marked by both predictable powerhouse performances and shocking upsets that remind us why the FA Cup remains football's greatest knockout tournament. Manchester City have emerged as the competition's modern masters, but teams like Wigan Athletic (2013 winners) and Hull City (2014 finalists) have shown that anything is possible when underdogs dare to dream.
Now it's time to put your football knowledge to the test. Can you remember all the teams that have graced Wembley Stadium in the FA Cup final since 2010? From the giants who lifted the trophy to the brave challengers who fell just short, each finalist has contributed to the rich tapestry of this beloved competition's recent history.
