FA Cup Stats 2023/24

FA Cup Stats 2023/24

The Football Association Challenge Cup, commonly known as the FA Cup, is one of the most prestigious knockout football competitions in England. It's also considered the oldest association football competition in the world, having begun in 1871–72. Here we delve into some key statistics from the 2023/24 season of this historic tournament.

Top Goal Scorers

No player managed to score more than two goals during the entirety of the 2023/24 FA Cup campaign. This marked a significant contrast compared to previous seasons where multiple players have scored hat tricks and even quadruplets within single rounds.

Team Performances

Out of all participating teams, only six made it past the third round, which is quite low considering there were typically around 250 participants in earlier rounds. Manchester City was the team with the best performance, reaching the semifinals after defeating Sheffield United in their quarterfinal clash. On the other hand, Arsenal had a disappointing run, losing against Leicester City in the fifth round.

Match Results

In total, twenty-one matches took place throughout the 2023/24 season, with eleven fixtures ending in wins, seven going to draws, and three concluding in losses. Some notable games included:

• The quarterfinals saw five upsets take place.
• In the fifth round, Blackburn Rovers beat Millwall to reach the sixth round for the first time since 1963.

Overall, despite lower participation numbers, teams like Manchester City showcased strong performances while others faced unexpected challenges, making each game exciting yet unpredictable.