the FA Cup

They may have come undone against Manchester United in the FA Cup but in the league it has been a different story for O'Neill's men.

We are really disappointed to be out of the FA Cup, but we cannot talk too much about this because we have an important game against Stoke.

He has won the Champions League and the FA Cup, got to another Champions League final and just missed out on the title.

Owen came on as a late substitute to help United dump the Reds out of the FA Cup third round at Old Trafford on Sunday.

His final game was at the Millennium Stadium, Cardiff, when he came on during extra time to help his side win the FA Cup.

They might lose the Carling Cup final, they might be out of the FA Cup and PSV might dump them out of Europe.

Michael Ballack claims he has a special incentive to help Chelsea claim a place in the FA Cup final.

Should both teams be knocked out of the FA Cup prior to this date the match may be placed on to an FA Cup weekend.

And with the FA Cup final against Stoke looming on Saturday, this could be a truly momentous week in the history of the club.

I regretted it because we got nothing but stick and terrible criticism for not being in the FA Cup when, really, it wasn't our fault.

'I can't believe how well I feel. I would like to think I could play against Macclesfield in the FA Cup next week.

"Everyone at Luton will look forward to the Reds ' visit in the FA Cup as it is a very big game for them" he said.

It's the FA Cup and if you lose a game, you're out of the competition, so we knew they would be passionate and come out fighting.

Lucas was sent off as Liverpool lost at Merseyside rivals Everton in the FA Cup last season in one of his lowest experiences.

But he is back in full training and will head down to Cardiff next week as the Bluebirds prepare for the FA Cup final against Portsmouth.

"The FA Cup is very important to the English players but I come from Israel and I can tell you it's very important to me, " said Benayoun.

Lampard saw his penalty saved against Japan to follow on from his spot-kick miss against Portsmouth in the FA Cup final.

To move it forward, and there are so many games on the same day as well, I think it has taken off the charm of the FA Cup.

Dalglish's first game back in charge of the Reds is against Manchester United in the FA Cup third round at Old Trafford on Sunday.

The team will be home in 1910 from the Bank Street stadium to move to Old Trafford Stadium, Manchester United also won the FA Cup.

"I am a little bit disappointed that the FA Cup is not the last game of the season, " the midfielder told reporters.

We got to within three minutes of the quarter finals of the Caring Cup, and we are in the last 32 of the FA Cup.

Torres and his new boss can take their minds off the Premier League fight today . . . but come up against Manchester United in the FA Cup.

They rested. Some flew home or somewhere to take a break. They got away from football. They prepared mentally for the FA Cup Final.

Their last piece of silverware was the FA Cup in 2005 when they defeated Man Utd on penalties at the Millennium Stadium.

Rooney returned from a spell on the sidelines over Christmas to turn the game against Aston Villa in the FA Cup third round.

Frank Lampard's was the outstanding individual performance in the FA Cup quarter-finals according to a poll of supporters.

The Frenchman, who combines a respect for tradition with a love of innovation, retains a deep affection for the FA Cup.

He ranks winning the FA Cup as one of the highest achievements in his career, calling it "something you truly cannot believe" .

Going beyond the Premier League, United have also won the FA Cup more times (11) than any other EPL side, with Arsenal second with 10 times.

Robert Huth will miss Germany's midweek friendly with the United States after Chelsea stated his services are needed in the FA Cup.

Also in France the Cup does not mean so much but everyone in England says the FA Cup is important.

Watford reached the FA Cup final at Wembley Stadium, fulfilling a lifelong ambition for John, who by now was owner and chairman of the club.

If you could win only one competition this season would you prefer to win the league, the FA Cup or the Champions League?

The Fratton Park club entered administration at the end of last month - but with Grant at the helm they have reached the FA Cup semi-finals.

Jose Mourinho hopes to have John Terry available to lead Chelsea in the FA Cup quarter-final against Tottenham on Sunday.

I remember heading into the FA Cup tie with Reading and there seemed to be no question as to who would progress.

The final word on the FA Cup defeat falls to columnist Giles Smith who, tonight at the Bridge, is in search of goal therapy.

I have not spoken to him since the last defeat [against Leeds United in the FA Cup] but, as far as I know, there is no problem.

One of the northbound lanes was open again by the end of the FA Cup semi-final, which finished 1-0 to Manchester City.

"I've heard a lot about the FA Cup and this feeling is amazing, " he said.

If I had scored that, Manchester United would not have gone to Wembley for the FA Cup Final and so could not have won the treble.

We want to win the Premier League and the Champions League, they're the main two, but there's also the FA Cup as well.

Anfield will be a boiling cauldron and defeat will leave them with just the FA Cup to play for - assuming United go on to take the title.

In recent years the media has accused some clubs of disrespecting the FA Cup but for Sagna it is still a competition he has eyes on winning.

Liverpool were making a late burst for the title and Everton were in the FA Cup Final.

What a dreadful Uefa Champion Clubs'Cup Final! It was far worse than the FA Cup Final. It was full of mistakes.

In 2008, Wenger sent out a weakened line-up against United in the FA Cup and watched as they were crushed 4-0.

So, were there more harsh words from the gaffer at half-time , as reportedly happened during the FA Cup win over Havant nine days ago?

In 1901 won the FA Cup champions, is the history of the only NRL non league team, in 1908 they joined the football league.

The day we won back-to-back titles for me the best memory . I guess I'm lucky I wasn't around for the FA Cup Final of 1994.

All tickets for the FA Cup Final available to season ticket holders were completely sold out by midday today (Thursday).

His celebration remains one of the FA Cup's most iconic images.

Pepe Reina believes Everton will be forced to attack when Liverpool travel to Goodison Park for the FA Cup fourth round replay.

Gerrard is currently on the sidelines for three weeks after tearing a hamstring in the FA Cup replay defeat to Everton earlier this month.

Reina classes the FA Cup win of 2006 as his finest day in a Liverpool jersey - and he knows another final is overdue.

As Liverpool prepare to visit Deepdale for the FA Cup third round, we get the view from Preston with season ticket holder Dave Jones.

Cech also felt winning the FA Cup had provided some consolation after the disappointment in Europe and the title race.

Jose Mourinho claims Chelsea's injuries are so bad he will consider playing keeper Hilario as a substitute striker in the FA Cup final.

Indeed, the 3-0 score was rather flattering on those donning the black and white shirts in one of the FA Cup's most one-sided finals.

Dalglish lost 1-0 to Manchester United in the FA Cup third round in his first game back in the dugout.

The decision means the Argentine defender is now available to face Leicester City in the FA Cup on Sunday.

Victory over Manchester United in the FA Cup at Wembley last May brought the Portuguese coach a 'full house' of domestic trophies.

now he intends to use the FA Cup as a launchpad for his Arsenal career.

Nottingham Forest have been drawn away at Chelsea in the fourth round of the FA Cup.

Getting through in the FA Cup at a place like Bolton has given us an enormous amount of confidence.

He went on to win the FA Cup and European Cup Winners' Cup playing 239 games for us and is our ninth all-time scorer with 92 goals.

Going well in the FA Cup isn't going to harm the league form. Winning trophies just makes you hungry for more.

Gary Neville has undergone an exploratory operation on his right ankle and he will miss the FA Cup final.

Manchester City defender Micah Richards is targeting revenge over Manchester United in the FA Cup semi-finals.

It was great for Liverpool to win it and always when Liverpool play in finals they are crazy matches like the FA Cup and UEFA Cup in 2001.

He struck a vital early goal against Leeds in the FA Cup replay and also found the net against Birmingham in the Premier League.

Meanwhile, Carragher has responded to Liverpool being drawn away to Manchester United in the FA Cup third round.

Elimination from the third round of the FA Cup was the main reason.

This game will be the fourth occasion Chelsea and Norwich have been drawn together in the FA Cup.

In England, visiting Arsenal beat Liverpool 3-1 to make it through the fourth round of the FA Cup.

We need to pick ourselves up. The FA cup becomes even more important now; we need a trophy.

Arsenal landed their last major trophy in 2005, beating Manchester United after a penalty shoot-out at the end of the FA Cup Final.

Arshavin WILL be eligible to face Burnley in the Fifth Round of the FA Cup should Arsenal beat Cardiff in their Fourth-Round replay.

Chapman's first trophy came in 1930 when Arsenal saw off his old employers, Huddersfield, in the FA Cup Final.

The FA Cup is a very good option for us to win something this year, so we have to approach the game thinking about winning.

On the flip side, Setanta now has England matches, the FA Cup, top-level golf, big-name boxing and other content to attract subscribers.

The FA Cup is very important and we're disappointed to be knocked out, but we need to look forward to the game against Milan.

With Manchester United he has won two league championships, the FA Cup, the League Cup, the Community Shield and the UEFA Champions League.

This season, City beat United in the FA Cup semi-finals and overcame Spurs to reach the Champions League.

The FA Cup would continue to provide the major moments for both Chelsea and Stamford Bridge.

After beating Porto in the Champions League on Tuesday our focus moves to the FA Cup this weekend.

But Portsmouth won the race, and he will now spend the season on loan at Fratton Park with the FA Cup holders.

It was but a rehearsal for the real event three years later when in 1997, the FA Cup returned after a 27-year absence.

Gerrard has played just 32 minutes under the new boss, thanks to his red card in the FA Cup tie at Manchester United.

It was but a rehearsal for the real event three years later when in 1997, the FA Cup returned after a 27-year absence.

Gerrard has played just 32 minutes under the new boss, thanks to his red card in the FA Cup tie at Manchester United.

We lost in the Carling Cup, the FA Cup, and then we played under tremendous pressure in the Champions League.

Michael Ballack urged his team-mates to forget about their defeat and take consolation in winning the FA Cup against Everton on 30 May.

His return to form last season helped United to the Premiership crown and success in the FA Cup and Champions League.

Our desire is to qualify on Saturday, we take the FA Cup very seriously.

Oxford United are out of the FA Cup.

Our fans are still thinking of winning silverware this season, so that means the FA Cup. It is a very important competition for us now.

The FA Cup Final was reached in thrilling fashion and this time Chelsea were ready.

Chelsea are looking to join a select band of clubs to win the FA Cup and League Cup in the same season.

We can be in a good situation in the Premiership, we can be in the Champions League semi-final and we can be in the FA Cup Final.

The boss is set to dig deep into his stellar squad's resources for the third round replay in the FA Cup sponsored by E.

"It's a squad game and you have to be patient, " Fletcher reasoned after the FA Cup victory.

Chelsea beat Everton 2-1 on Saturday to win the FA Cup and lift their first silverware for two years.

Could anyone have asked for a better homecoming for the FA Cup?

The Merseysiders are unbeaten in eight in all competitions, reaching the semi-finals of the FA Cup.

Medals are what every player wants and the FA Cup would do nicely for Liverpool this season.

For the first time, the FA Cup Final rested on a penalty shoot-out.

Thierry Henry will be rested for the FA Cup third-round tie with Stoke on Sunday.

I'm fine, Coley's running, we've won the Carling Cup, we're going for the FA Cup.

The FA Cup final was THE game to watch.

Jose Mourinho fuelled his feud with Rafael Benitez after Liverpool beat Chelsea 2-1 at Old Trafford to reach the final of the FA Cup.

Victory added another game to our schedule, the FA Cup Final, and we will now contest at least 64 games this season.

Write home about A brilliant derby display against City in the FA Cup in 2004. Howard made the PFA's best XI that season.

The result we had against Arsenal in the FA Cup last week may have given us a psychological edge.

Looking back at 2006: obviously you got injured during the FA Cup final, how did you feel at the time?

chelsea want him there for the fa cup match without fail .

The Frenchman congratulates captain Tony Adams after winning the FA Cup at Wembley in 1998.

Liverpool have also given the former MK Dons stopper permission to play for the Elland Road club in the FA Cup.

The best way to start winning trophies is to win the FA Cup on Saturday.

Carra believes lifting the FA Cup or the Europa League this term would make 2009-10 a memorable season for the right reasons.

Start to finish: Fabios first-team debut came in the FA Cup fourth round clash against Tottenham Hotspur on 24 January.

Now it is the FA Cup, the one competition in England we have yet to win as a group.

We also have to concentrate on the FA Cup final.

Everton twice last season held Chelsea to 1-1 draws on their patch, once in the league and once in the FA Cup - a fact not wasted on Robben.

Wenger's record is particularly impressive in the FA Cup.

The skipper hit a hat-trick on Tuesday as Liverpool overcame a stubborn Luton resistance to win 5-0 in the FA Cup third round replay.

Reyes scored his first goals for the Club in the FA Cup Fifth Round victory against Chelsea on February 15, 2004.

The FA Cup final will again clash with Premier League matches next season because of continued pressure on the fixture list.

He is also focused on ending Arsenal's search for silverware, which extends back to when they lifted the FA Cup trophy in 2005.

"The reaction in Spain to the FA Cup win was very normal, " Reina admits.

Manchester City reached the FA Cup Final for the first time in 30 years with victory over derby rivals Manchester United at Wembley.

In the draw for the third round of the FA Cup, Chelsea were paired with League 2 side, Macclesfield .

Maybe they're going to win the FA Cup this year.

The 34-year-old did maintain a level of fitness last season, scoring 11 goals as United won the title and reached the FA Cup final.

The FA Cup is a competition we want to win and that will be reflected in the team we will pick.

"We could go to Fulham in the FA Cup, the ball comes off someone's backside and we are out of that one, " he warned.

We'll train hard and be back ready for the FA Cup.

Over here [in England] the FA Cup is the most important cup competition in the world but in Spain it is not nearly as significant.

So in 1931 radio coverage of all matches was banned, except for the FA Cup final.

There is a record there to be achieved, just as we have won the FA Cup more times than anyone else.

When we lost the title at West Ham in 1995, we lost the FA Cup final the following week. We were dead then.

The game is a big one, but comes just five days before the FA Cup semi-final clash with United.

But in the FA Cup we went out and that was a disappointment.

He won the FA Cup last year with Portsmouth and Spurs are the holders of the Carling Cup, so they'll certainly fancy themselves.

In the FA Cup Final that same year.

Goals from Stuart Pearson and Jimmy Greenhoff secured a 2-1 win for United in the FA Cup final at Wembley.

It feels magnificent to win the FA Cup. Mourinho gave me a big hug at the end. It feels very good.

I have experience of playing in the FA Cup with West Ham and we had that great game against Liverpool in the final.

That is what it means to me - the FA Cup is the only trophy I am missing in England.

Arsenal, on the other hand, beat Portsmouth by the same score in the FA Cup Sixth Round.

We are aware the FA cup has a large following in Hong Kong.

Watt, 20 years old, made his debut in the FA Cup at home to Scunthorpe, playing the whole game and helping set up the third goal.

knocked us out of the FA Cup in the semi-final

We gave some exhibitions in the FA Cup