City extend record for longest time between first and most recent FA Cups
Manchester City has extended its record for the longest time between its first and most recent FA Cup victories. The club's latest win came 122 years after their first triumph in 1904, marking their eighth FA Cup title. This achievement highlights the club's rich history and dominance in English football under manager Pep Guardiola.
- ▪Manchester City won the FA Cup final against Chelsea 1-0.
- ▪The club's first FA Cup victory was in 1904, making the gap 122 years.
- ▪Manchester United holds the second-longest gap at 115 years between their FA Cup wins.
- ▪City has reached the FA Cup final 15 times in total throughout its history.
- ▪Under Pep Guardiola, City has set multiple records in the FA Cup, including 18 consecutive home wins.
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