The Women’s FA Cup 2025/26 season is underway, bringing together clubs from across the English women’s football pyramid in one of the most prestigious domestic competitions in the game. With the first round kicking off in October 2025, the tournament has now reached Round Five as teams battle for a place in the latter stages.
As always, the competition will conclude at Wembley Stadium, where the final is scheduled for Sunday 31 May 2026.
Defending Champions
Chelsea enter the tournament as defending champions after their dominant 3–0 victory over Manchester United in last season’s final. Their experience and squad depth make them one of the favourites again this year, but the road to Wembley remains competitive.
Key Dates for the Women’s FA Cup 2025/26
- Fifth Round: Februari 2026
- Quarter-final: Sunday 5 April 2026
- Semi-final: Sunday 10 May 2026
- Final: Sunday 31 May 2026
There have been no format changes for the 2025/26 edition, with clubs progressing through traditional knockout rounds following each draw.
Teams Still in the Race
The fifth round features a strong mix of Women’s Super League sides and ambitious lower-division clubs. Teams still competing include:
Birmingham City, Chatham Town, Arsenal, Bristol City, Oxford United, Charlton Athletic, Liverpool, Everton, West Ham United, Brighton & Hove Albion, Chelsea, Manchester United, Manchester City, Sheffield United, London City Lionesses and Tottenham Hotspur.
With several top-flight clubs still involved, the upcoming draw for the quarter-finals could produce heavyweight clashes.
Fixtures, Results and Latest Updates
This page provides continuous coverage of the Women’s FA Cup 2025/26, including:
- Latest fixtures
- Round-by-round results
- Draw updates
- Semi-final confirmations
- Final build-up and match preview
As the competition progresses, attention will turn to potential giant-killings, tactical battles between WSL rivals, and the race to lift the trophy at Wembley.
The Women’s FA Cup remains one of the highlights of the domestic calendar, offering lower-league clubs a chance to make history while established sides compete for silverware. With the quarter-finals approaching in April 2026, the excitement is only building.
Official fixtures and draw updates are published by the Football Association.