1904 FA Cup Final vs Bolton Wanderers
The oldest existing football competition in the world.
The 1904 FA Cup Final was the 33rd edition of the Football Association Challenge Cup, commonly known as the FA Cup, the oldest existing football competition in the world. The match was played between Manchester City and Bolton Wanderers.
Quick Facts
- Opponent
- Bolton Wanderers
- Venue
- Crystal Palace (London)
- Competition
- FA Cup Final
- Result
- Manchester City 1-0 Bolton Wanderers
- Deciding goal scorer
- Billy Meredith
Lore & Background
The FA Cup is a knockout competition in English football, organised by and named after The Football Association. The tournament is open to all clubs in the top 10 levels of the English football league system. The 1904 final was held before the era of Wembley Stadium; early finals were played at venues such as Kennington Oval, Crystal Palace, Stamford Bridge, Lillie Bridge, Goodison Park, Fallowfield Stadium, and Old Trafford.
Reader's Guide
It is unclear from the source which venue hosted this final or the result of the match.
Did You Know?
- As of 2026, 45 clubs have won the FA Cup.
- The record for the most wins is held by Arsenal, with 14 victories.
- Only one surviving club, Blackburn Rovers, have won the cup in three consecutive years.
- The cup has been won by a non-English team once: Cardiff City in 1927.
- The current holders are Manchester City, who defeated Chelsea in the 2026 final for their eighth win.
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