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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Miguel Delaney

FA Cup quarter finals offer teams once-in-a-generation chance

  • This weekend's FA Cup quarter-finals present a rare opportunity for several teams to win a major trophy, given the absence of many frequent winners.
  • Four of the remaining eight teams—Bournemouth, Brighton, Crystal Palace, and Fulham—have never won a major trophy.
  • Other contenders, like Aston Villa, Nottingham Forest, and Preston North End, haven't won a major trophy in decades.
  • Manchester City are the only recent FA Cup winner still in contention
  • This open field reflects the competitive Premier League season and the impact of an expanded European schedule on top clubs.
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