LONDON (Interstat) — The Women’s FA Cup semifinal will feature a rematch of October’s tightly contested league fixture when Chelsea FC hosts Manchester City on Saturday, May 16, 2026. The Interstat game simulator projects a 2-2 draw, setting the stage for a potentially decisive finish at Stamford Bridge.

Both teams enter the match with momentum following lopsided victories March 7. Chelsea defeated Wrexham AFC 4-2 away, improving its record to 2-0-0 in the Cup this season. The Blues also defeated Charlton Athletic FC 5-1 on Jan. 10.

Manchester City’s most recent result was a 3-1 victory at Newcastle United FC on March 7. City’s Cup run includes a 10-1 rout of Exeter City W on Jan. 10, the team’s highest single-game scoring output this season. However, Manchester City’s only loss in its last four matches across all competitions came Oct. 4 at Chelsea, where the Blues won 3-2 after extra time. City also posted a 1-0 victory at West Ham United on Aug. 16 in Cup play.

Saturday’s match carries additional weight as a potential preview of the FA Cup final. The winner advances to the championship match, scheduled for later this spring.

Chelsea’s home form this Cup season is unblemished, while Manchester City seeks its first road victory in the competition this campaign. The Oct. 4 result marked the only previous meeting between the sides this season across all tournaments.

The simulator’s projection of a 2-2 draw suggests a high-scoring affair, consistent with both teams’ recent offensive output. Chelsea has scored nine goals in its two most recent matches, while Manchester City has tallied 14 goals in its last three Cup contests, including the 10-goal outburst against Exeter.

Kickoff is set for 3 p.m. local time.