The dates for the semi-finals of the FA Cup have been officially announced, with the eagerly anticipated matches featuring Manchester City against Southampton, and Chelsea against Leeds United.

Manchester City and Chelsea announced the semi-final match schedules on their official platforms as follows:

Manchester City vs Southampton – Saturday, April 25, at 7:15 PM Cairo time, and 8:15 PM Mecca time.

Chelsea vs Leeds United – Sunday, April 26, at 5:00 PM Cairo time, and 6:00 PM Mecca time.

It is noted that the last encounter between Chelsea and Leeds in the FA Cup was two years ago, where the Blues won 3-2 in the fifth round at Stamford Bridge, after a decisive goal scored by Conor Gallagher in the 90th minute.

The match also brings back memories of the historic 1970 FA Cup final, which ended with Chelsea's victory after a replay at Old Trafford.

As for Manchester City, they secured their place in the semifinals after a significant 4-0 victory over Liverpool in the quarterfinals, with Norwegian Erling Haaland shining by scoring a remarkable hat-trick, leading his team to this crucial stage.