The Football Association Challenge Cup, more commonly known as the FA Cup, is an annual knockout football competition in men's domestic English football.
First played during the 1871–72 season, it is the oldest national football competition in the world
It is organised by and named after The Football Association (The FA). Since 2015
it has been known as The Emirates FA Cup after its headline sponsor. A concurrent women's tournament is also held, the Women's FA Cup.
Organising body :The Football Association
Founded :1871; 151 years ago
RegionEngland
Wales
Number of teams 736 (2020–21)
Most successful club(s) : Arsenal (14 titles)
Current champions :Leicester City
(1st title)
Qualifier for :UEFA Europa League
Domestic cup(s) : FA Community Shield
Television broadcasters :BBC
ITV Sport (from the 2021–22 season)