On Saturday, Manchester United and Crystal Palace both try to rescue disappointing seasons by lifting a major trophy. The Red Devils are favorites in the FA Cup final, and with a tumultuous offseason looming, this could serve as a job interview for their players as much as a cup final.
Manchester United vs. Crystal Palace 2016 live stream: How to watch the FA Cup final online
Saturday’s final could be a season-saver for both teams.
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Louis van Gaal could be staying another year to the disgust of United supporters or out even if he wins this game, depending on what reports you want to believes. Palace, on the other hand, look set to hand Alan Pardew a contract extension, win or lose.
United are having to play this game on short rest thanks to a big security mistake at Old Trafford last Sunday. A security training company left a fake explosive device in the stadium, and when it was spotted, United’s match against Bournemouth was called off. They made that match up on Tuesday, winning 3-1. Palace lost their final game of the season, falling 4-1 to Southampton.
How to watch online: In the United States, the game is on FOX’s streaming services. If your TV provider gives you access, you can catch the game on Fox Sports Go. If not, it’s also on Fox Soccer 2 Go, a paid service that doesn’t require any specific TV or internet package.
The game can also be found on Sportsnet World Now in Canada and BT Sport in the UK. Check Live Soccer TV for listings from more countries.
Crystal Palace injuries and suspensions
Out: Joe Ledley, Marouane Chamakh, Brede Hangeland In doubt: Connor Wickham, Yohan Cabaye, Wilfried Zaha
Manchester United injuries and suspensions
Out: Bastian Schweinsteiger, Marcos Rojo, Will Keane, Luke Shaw In doubt: Morgan Schneiderlin, Matteo Darmian, Adnan Januzaj
Match Date/Time: Saturday, 12:30 p.m. ET, 5:30 p.m. local
Venue: Wembley Stadium, London
TV: FOX (U.S. - English), Fox Deportes (U.S. - Spanish), Sportsnet World (Canada), BT Sport 2, BT Sport Ultra HD (U.K.)
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