FA Cup bosses are reportedly planning to make a significant changeA major change will reportedly be made to the FA Cup after tournament bosses gained inspiration from the likes of Celtic and Aston Villa. However, a shift in perception over the last few years has led to the FA Cup losing its prestige in some quarters. The money on offer to clubs finishing in the Premier League's top four often means they overlook the FA Cup, fielding weakened teams compared to league football. The new FA Cup anthem would be played before kick-off during player handshakes, from the early rounds of the competition through to the Wembley final. The plan is for a British composer to write the FA Cup anthem, which is reportedly expected to have orchestral elements.

Source: Express January 22, 2026 18:18 UTC