Happy Friday! Trophies are top of mind once again in Europe, where the FA Cup is on the line and Serie A enters its penultimate weekend with the title still hanging in the balance. I’m Pardeep Cattry with the latest ahead of another busy weekend.
📺 Footy Fix
All times U.S./Eastern
Friday, May 16
🏴 Chelsea vs. Manchester United, 3:15 p.m. (ESPN)
Saturday, May 17
🏴 Crystal Palace vs. Manchester City, 10:30 a.m. (ESPN)
Sunday, May 18
🇮🇹 Cagliari vs. Venezia, 2:45 p.m. (Paramount+)
🇮🇹 Fiorentina vs. Bologna, 2:45 p.m. (Paramount+)
🇮🇹 Hellas Verona vs. Como, 2:45 p.m. (Paramount+)
🇮🇹 Inter vs. Lazio, 2:45 p.m. (Paramount+)
🇮🇹 Juventus vs. Udinese, 2:45 p.m. (Paramount+)
🇮🇹 Lecce vs. Torino, 2:45 p.m. (Paramount+)
🇮🇹 Monza vs. Empoli, 2:45 p.m. (Paramount+)
🇮🇹 Parma vs. Napoli, 2:45 p.m. (Paramount+)
🇮🇹 AS Roma vs. AC Milan, 2:45 p.m. (Paramount+)
⚽ The Forward Line
🏆 Manchester City, Crystal Palace Meet in FA Cup Final
One final trophy is at stake in England on Saturday at London’s Wembley Stadium, where an intense David vs. Goliath matchup is set for the FA Cup final.
Manchester City approaches their third consecutive FA Cup final as the clear favorites, eager to redeem themselves after a turbulent start to the season. Despite their recent form stabilizing, the prospect of lifting the FA Cup could mark a successful conclusion to a season that so far lacks any silverware.
City welcomes Erling Haaland back from injury, with him poised to be a key player against Crystal Palace, who seek their first-ever title as a top-flight team. Crystal Palace counters with Jean-Philippe Mateta and Eberechi Eze, who combined for 29 goals this season.
Haaland: “It’s been a pleasure to play with him. Hopefully in the last couple of games, we’re going to have a really good time.”
The FA Cup final promises an unforgettable showdown as City aims to overcome at Wembley.
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🇮🇹 A Serie A Weekend of Epic Proportions
Serie A sees crucial matches Sunday, with Napoli holding a slim lead against Inter as they eye the title.
Napoli must maintain their pace despite recent setbacks, while Inter intends to secure a necessary win over Lazio. The title race remains intense as Napoli holds a one-point lead, making this weekend pivotal.
For more coverage, catch CBS Sports Golazo Network for live updates and in-depth analysis throughout the weekend.
