FA Cup semi-finals: What being at Wembley means to Leeds United fans
Published on April 26, 2026.
Leeds United fans have been without a semi-final appearance in the FA Cup for nearly 40 years, largely due to their poor performance in the most prestigious domestic cup. The club's association with the competition has been largely negative since the 1973 final, when second division Sunderland shocked Don Revie's team. However, there have been positive times, such as a run to the 1987 semi-finals and a victory over Manchester United in 2010. Long-standing supporter Gareth from Morley, who believes the FA Cups are the best club competition in the world, sees this as a significant opportunity for Leeds. The team is also concerned for their survival in the Premier League, with 40 points on the board and facing Chelsea.
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