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The world's longest-running national football tournament attracts global interest every year, and we're excited to see two bitter local rivals go to war today at Wembley Stadium. Whatever country you're in, we can show you where to watch the FA Cup live stream of today's final for free. That's right, a free Man City vs. Man United live stream is just a few clicks away.
Man City are the favorites, having just wrapped up the Premier League title, while Man United, aside from reaching this final, have had another dismal season by their standards. So much so that they must win this game to reach the Europa League next season after finishing eighth. And while the idea of getting kicked around by mid-table European sides next season might not be that appealing to most Man U fans, the idea of stealing a trophy away from City should drive the players to make a real game of it.
FA Cup live stream links are below for multiple countries around the world. If you'd like to enjoy any free options from overseas, you'll need to use a VPN to get around geo-restrictions. It only takes a few minutes to set one up, and it'll help unlock global streaming options and greatly enhance your privacy and general security across your devices. So you'll probably find a use for one long after today's game.
Where to watch a free FA Cup live stream (from anywhere)
The oldest football tournament in the world is locked away behind paywalls in many countries, but it is available to watch online for free if you know where to look. Or, let us scope out your best options. The simplest method is from one of the UK channels (ITVX or iPlayer) showing free FA Cup final live streams today.
However, if you try watching them from outside the UK, geo-blocking will stop you in your tracks and cut off access to the free FA Cup live stream. That's where a VPN (virtual private network) comes in, as these excellent, easy-to-use apps can spoof your location on a range of devices (phones, laptops, Fire TV sticks, etc) to get around blockers.
Our preferred option from the best VPN providers is ExpressVPN, which offers a reassuring 30-day money-back guarantee. Simply follow the steps below, and you can be ready in just a few minutes.
How to watch the FA Cup final with a VPN
- Sign up for a VPN if you don't have one.
- Install it on the device you're using to watch the game.
- Turn it on and set it to the UK.
- Create a free log-in profile.
- Go to ITVX | iPlayer
- Watch the game.
- Kickoff: Today, 10 a.m. ET / 3 p.m. BST / 4 p.m. CET / 10 p.m AWST
With its consistent performance, reliable security, and expansive global streaming features, ExpressVPN is the best VPN out there, excelling in every spec and offering many advanced features that makes it exceptional. Better yet, you can save up to 49% and get an extra three months for free today.
Where to watch Man City vs. Man United in the US
The FA Cup final live stream is locked into ESPN Plus in the US and will not be broadcast on regular TV. You can pick up a subscription for as little as $10.99 a month, and there's no long-term commitment required if you only want it for today's game. Alternatively, if you have a VPN, various free options are available, as detailed above. Kickoff is at 10 a.m. ET / 7 a.m. PT.
Where to watch Man City vs. Man United in the UK
You can catch the game on two UK broadcast channels today or via their dedicated streaming apps. You can choose between BBC1 (iPlayer) or ITV1 (ITVX). If you're currently outside the UK, you'll need to use a VPN to tune in.
Kickoff is at 3 p.m. BST, but coverage begins a few hours before on both channels if you want to dive into the cup's history and watch an extensive build-up for both teams, along with plenty of interviews and panel discussion.
Where to watch Man City vs. Man United in Australia
Soccer fans in Australia can basically see the game for free via a 7-day free trial at Paramount Plus. If you've already used the free trial option recently, you might find that you're not eligible to get it again. Don't worry, though, as Paramount Plus is only AU$9.99 a month on a one-month rolling contract that you can cancel anytime. Yep, less than the price of a beer in some pubs. This is also where you'll find the Champions League final next week. The FA Cup final kickoff is set for 10 p.m. AWST.
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