When nearly five thousand Southampton fans belted out Que Sera, Sera from the terraces at Craven Cottage after dispatching of Premier League opposition, it was a nod to tradition rather than conviction. First ball out – number one.. Southampton… home tie – tick! Second ball out – number five… Arsenal… yellow and blue commemorative balloon – popped! The current Premier League and Champions league leaders, still on course for the quadruple was not in the script of following in the footsteps of 1976. Ultimately in a knockout competition there is always hope and that is the true magic of the cup.

Source: BBC March 10, 2026 10:11 UTC