Fa Cup Winners 2023

Manchester City Triumph In FA Cup, Clinching Historic Treble

Premier League Champions Claim Seventh FA Cup Title

By Phil McNulty, Chief Football Writer at Wembley, June 3, 2023

Manchester City have secured an historic treble after securing a thrilling 2-1 victory over Manchester United in the 2023 FA Cup final at Wembley Stadium.

Ilkay Gundogan emerged as the hero of the match, scoring two magnificent volleys to lead City to victory. His first strike came within the opening seconds of the game, setting a record for the fastest goal in FA Cup final history.

Manchester City's dominance continued throughout the match, with Gundogan completing his brace in the second half. Manchester United's lone goal came from Jadon Sancho, but it proved to be a mere consolation.

This victory marks Manchester City's seventh FA Cup triumph and their first since 2019. It also secures a historic treble for the club, having already won the Premier League and League Cup this season.

City boss Pep Guardiola praised the resilience and character of his team. "We showed great mentality and quality today," he said. "To win all three major trophies in one season is an incredible achievement."

The victory also marks a significant moment for Gundogan, who has now become one of the most decorated players in Manchester City's history. "I'm so happy to have played a role in this team's success," he said. "This is a dream come true."

With the treble secured, Manchester City now shift their focus to the UEFA Champions League, where they hope to complete a quadruple of major trophies.