The Guardian (Nigeria)

Focus On Two German Managers

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FOR the first time in 15 years, the FA Cup final will be contested by two teams that are in the top three in the league table. It is also the first time two German managers go head to head in the FA Cup final. Today’s heavyweigh­t final will be streaming live on

Showmax Pro, courtesy of

Supersport.

For different reasons, winning the FA Cup would have special significan­ce for both clubs, who are trying to build on winning cultures. While Liverpool had a recent setback in the Premier League that’s made them fall three points behind Manchester City after their 11 draw against Tottenham last weekend, the Reds are still in contention for a historic quadruple that would include an FA Cup triumph.

It’s been a time to savour for Liverpool fans with the glory times returning for a club that used to have a proud reputation of consistent­ly winning everything. A maiden FA Cup triumph for this current squad will be another important marker as this generation looks to emulate the club greats of old.

As it stands, the Chelsea season looks to be filled with more “what ifs” than outright positives and the future is clouded with uncertaint­y.*

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