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Holders Chelsea travel to Aston Villa in the semi-finals of the FA Women’s Cup next month, with Manchester United hosting Brighton in their respective last-four tie.
While Emma Hayes’ Blues look to secure their third trophy, Carla Ward’s Villa are in their first ever semi-final, following Sunday’s dramatic 2-1 win over Manchester City.
United will also make their first appearance at this stage when they take on a Brighton outfit currently under the interim management of Amy Merricks.
Rachel Daly scored the winner as Aston Villa beat Man City to reach the semi-finals of the FA Cup
The tie is scheduled for Sunday 16 April, with the final then being held at Wembley on Sunday 14 May. Chelsea beat Manchester City 3-2 after extra time in last season’s final in front of a record 49,094 spectators.
That completed a league and cup double for Hayes’ side, who are currently top of the Women’s Super League, two points clear of Marc Skinner’s United and Manchester City with a game in hand.
Women’s FA Cup semi-final draw
Manchester United vs Brighton
Aston Villa vs Chelsea
Ties will be played Sunday April 16th.
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