Semenyo shines and Manchester City achieves historic double in FA Cup
Heel goal decides final against Chelsea and guarantees second domestic title of the season
May 16, 2026
Manchester City wrote another glorious chapter in its history by winning the FA Cup final against Chelsea 1-0, on Saturday, at Wembley. The decisive goal was scored by Antoine Semenyo, who decided with a brilliant heel play. With this victory, the Citizens complete the domestic double, winning the English League Cup and the FA Cup in the same season.
The goal that decided the final
At 23 minutes into the second half, when the game seemed to be heading for extra time, Antoine Semenyo received the ball in the area and, under pressure from Chelsea's defense, created an unlikely play. With a precise heel touch, the striker sent the ball to the back of the net, overcoming the opposing goalkeeper. The goal was celebrated with great emotion by the player and the fans present at Wembley, who recognized the quality of the execution. The play demonstrated not only Semenyo's technical skill but also his ability to decide in crucial moments, something that sets great players apart.
Historic double for Guardiola
With this victory, Pep Guardiola achieves his second double of domestic titles at the helm of Manchester City. The Spanish coach had previously achieved this feat, but this time the achievement takes on even more special contours, considering the competitiveness of English football this season. Manchester City demonstrated consistency in both the Premier League and national cups, proving that the squad has depth and quality to compete on multiple fronts. The ability to maintain high performance throughout the entire season is a testament to Guardiola's work and that of his technical staff.
Chelsea disappoints in another final
For Chelsea, the defeat represents another frustration in national competition finals this season. The London team reached the decision with expectations of winning a title that could mark a recovery after a period of instability. However, the team was unable to create clear scoring opportunities and was flawed by a lack of effectiveness in attack. The coach will have a lot of work ahead to analyze what was missing and prepare the squad for the next competitions. The season ends without titles for the Blues, which increases the pressure on the board and technical staff for the next campaign.
Perspectives for the next season
Manchester City ends the season on a high, with two important domestic titles. The team can now focus entirely on the next season, where they will seek to maintain their hegemony in English football and also compete for the Champions League. Meanwhile, Chelsea will need to reassess their project and seek reinforcements that can balance the squad to compete at a high level on all fronts. The two teams will start the next season with clear objectives: City to maintain dominance and Chelsea to regain lost prestige.