FA Cup Semi-Final vs Manchester City (2017)
Brighton & Hove Albion's historic VAR debut in the 2017–18 FA Cup.
Brighton & Hove Albion's FA Cup history includes a notable third-round match against Crystal Palace on 8 January 2018, which was the first competitive game in England where video assistant referee (VAR) technology was available, although it was not used.
Quick Facts
- Date
- April 6, 2019
- Result
- Lost 1-0
Lore & Background
The 2017–18 FA Cup was the 137th edition of the oldest recognised football tournament in the world. Brighton & Hove Albion, a Premier League side, entered the competition in the third round proper. Their third-round match against Crystal Palace on 8 January 2018 was the first competitive game in England where VAR technology was available, though it was not used.
Reader's Guide
Brighton & Hove Albion's 2017–18 FA Cup campaign began in the third round proper, where they faced Crystal Palace on 8 January 2018.
Did You Know?
- The 2017–18 FA Cup was sponsored by Emirates and known as the Emirates FA Cup.
- The 2017–18 FA Cup final was played on 19 May 2018.
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