The 'Treble' FA Cup Final vs Aston Villa (1969)
The oldest football competition in the world.
The FA Cup is the oldest existing football competition in the world, having commenced in the 1871–72 season. It is a knockout competition organised by The Football Association.
- Date
- 3 May 1969
- Venue
- Wembley Stadium, London
- Opponent
- Leicester City
- Competition
- FA Cup Final
- Score
- 2-0 to Manchester City
- Manager
- Joe Mercer
Lore & Background
The FA Cup final has traditionally been regarded as the showpiece finale of the English football season. The vast majority of finals have been played in London, with the new Wembley Stadium being the permanent venue since 2007.
In Their Own Story
The roar of Wembley echoed as the final whistle approached. Sky Blue shirts stood tall against the white and blue stripes, breathing heavily on the hallowed turf. There was no drama in the scoreline, only the quiet confidence of a team that had done its work early. As the players looked up at the cup being raised, they knew this moment would outlast them all.
Reader's Guide
The tournament is open to all clubs in the top 10 levels of the English football league system, provided their home stadium meets certain requirements. The competition culminates in May with the FA Cup final.
Did You Know?
- Manchester City are the current holders, having won their eighth FA Cup in 2026.
- Manchester City became the first team to qualify for four consecutive FA Cup finals.
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