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FA Cup | Final
May 30, 2015 at 5.30pm UK
 
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4-0

Walcott (40'), Sanchez (50'), Mertesacker (62'), Giroud (93')
FT(HT: 1-0)
Reaction
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Football Association charges Jack Wilshere
Jack Wilshere receives a misconduct charge from the Football Association following his exploits during Arsenal's recent victory parade.
Jun 3, 14:02
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Aston Villa fan 'wakes from coma' following Wembley fall after FA Cup final
An Aston Villa fan who suffered a fall outside of Wembley following the FA Cup final against Arsenal emerges from his coma.
Jun 3, 10:50
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David Beckham celebrates Arsenal's FA Cup victory at Wembley
Former Manchester United star David Beckham celebrates Arsenal's FA Cup victory with his family at Wembley.
Jun 1, 17:12
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Arsenal's Jack Wilshere apologises for anti-Tottenham Hotspur chants
Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere apologises to anyone who was offended by his controversial anti-Tottenham Hotspur chants during his side's FA Cup celebrations.
Jun 1, 15:33
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Mesut Ozil "over the moon" with Arsenal's FA Cup success
Arsenal midfielder Mesut Ozil insists that they are "on the right way" to competing for the Premier League.
Jun 1, 03:34
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Jack Wilshere confident of Premier League title bid
Jack Wilshere says that Arsenal will be looking to challenge for the Premier League title next season following their second FA Cup triumph in as many years.
Jun 1, 00:34
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Mikel Arteta: 'Arsenal can push on following FA Cup glory'
Mikel Arteta claims that Arsenal can now push on and win more trophies following their FA Cup final triumph over Aston Villa.
May 31, 17:20
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Theo Walcott: 'Arsenal need Premier League title challenge'
Theo Walcott admits that Arsenal must end their Premier League title drought sooner rather than later.
May 31, 13:55
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Aaron Ramsey eyes Premier League title challenge following FA Cup triumph
Aaron Ramsey believes that Arsenal can challenge for the Premier League title next season following their victory in the FA Cup final.
May 31, 13:38
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Arsenal midfielder Francis Coquelin delighted by career turnaround
Francis Coquelin describes Arsenal's FA Cup final victory over Aston Villa as a "big day" in his career after spending the early part of the season on loan at Charlton.
May 31, 12:38
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Arsenal defender Hector Bellerin thrilled by FA Cup glory
Arsenal defender Hector Bellerin admits that he is amazed by the team's FA Cup final victory over Aston Villa.
May 31, 12:15
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Jack Wilshere: 'Arsenal never looked like losing against Aston Villa'
Jack Wilshere claims Arsenal "never looked like losing" during their 4-0 win over Aston Villa in the FA Cup final.
May 31, 12:03
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Report: Arturo Vidal's agent attends FA Cup final
A report in Italy claims that Arturo Vidal's agent was at Wembley watching Arsenal beat Aston Villa in the FA Cup final.
May 31, 09:16
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Theo Walcott talks up Alexis Sanchez quality
Arsenal attacker Theo Walcott reserves special praise for Alexis Sanchez after the Chilean capped off a memorable debut season with a goal in the FA Cup final.
May 30, 21:27
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Theo Walcott hails "amazing" FA Cup triumph
Arsenal winger Theo Walcott thanks Arsene Wenger for starting him ahead of Olivier Giroud in the "amazing" 4-0 FA Cup final win over Aston Villa.
May 30, 21:12
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Theo Walcott: Arsenal "very close" to Premier League title challenge
Arsenal forward Theo Walcott believes that back-to-back FA Cup triumphs prove that the club are "very close" to launching a bid on the Premier League title.
May 30, 20:58
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Fabian Delph: 'Arsenal deserved to win FA Cup'
Aston Villa captain Fabian Delph admits that his side did not do enough during their 4-0 drubbing at the hands of Arsenal in the FA Cup final.
May 30, 20:47
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Aston Villa boss Tim Sherwood aims to change team's 'losing mentality'
Aston Villa boss Tim Sherwood blames his side's 4-0 hammering at the hands of Arsenal on a "losing mentality".
May 30, 20:29
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Arsenal captain Mikel Arteta: 'We have made history today'
Arsenal skipper Mikel Arteta revels in his side's 4-0 FA Cup final victory over Aston Villa.
May 30, 20:16
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Aston Villa manager Tim Sherwood: 'Arsenal too good in FA Cup final'
Beaten Aston Villa manager Tim Sherwood credits Arsenal for their "world-class" performance in beating his side 4-0 in the FA Cup final.
May 30, 20:16
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Per Mertesacker praises Arsenal for FA Cup triumph
Arsenal defender Per Mertesacker points to their aggressive approach as the secret to their FA Cup final success against Aston Villa.
May 30, 20:13
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Aaron Ramsey looks to next season after FA Cup win
Arsenal can "kick on and give it a real go in the Premier League" next season, says Aaron Ramsey after the Gunners win back-to-back FA Cups.
May 30, 19:45
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Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger: 'I have great hunger'
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger says that he has great hunger to continue in the job after leading the Gunners to a record 12th FA Cup triumph.
May 30, 19:44

The Match

Player Ratings

Sports Mole rates and slates the Arsenal and Aston Villa players for their performance in the one-side FA Cup final at Wembley.

Analysis

Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at Arsenal's 4-0 thrashing of Aston Villa in the final of the FA Cup at Wembley.

Match Report

Goals from Theo Walcott, Alexis Sanchez, Per Mertesacker and Olivier Giroud help Arsenal to a 4-0 win over Aston Villa and a record 12th FA Cup win.

Live Commentary

Relive the 2015 FA Cup final as Arsenal hammer Aston Villa 4-0 at Wembley to win the trophy for a record 12th time.

HT Report

Theo Walcott's 40th-minute strike gives Arsenal a deserved lead at half time of the FA Cup final against Aston Villa at Wembley.

Team News

Theo Walcott is given the nod ahead of Olivier Giroud to lead the Arsenal line in Saturday's FA Cup final against Aston Villa.

Preview

Sports Mole looks ahead to the 2015 FA Cup final, as holders Arsenal aim to become the first 12-time winners of the competition against Aston Villa at Wembley.

Build-up
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Former Tottenham Hotspur winger Gareth Bale wishes Arsenal players good luck
Former Tottenham Hotspur winger Gareth Bale wishes Arsenal duo Theo Walcott and Aaron Ramsey good luck ahead of their FA cup final showdown with Aston Villa.
May 30, 17:17
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Danny Murphy picks Aston Villa over Arsenal in FA Cup final
Former Liverpool midfielder believes that underdogs Aston Villa will "edge it" in Saturday's FA Cup final against Arsenal.
May 30, 16:06
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Former Manchester United manager David Moyes backs Arsenal for FA Cup glory
Former Manchester United and Everton manager David Moyes picks Arsenal over Aston Villa to win the 2015 FA Cup.
May 30, 15:52
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Interview: Ex-Chelsea and Aston Villa midfielder Andy Townsend
Former Aston Villa skipper Andy Townsend chats to Sports Mole ahead of this afternoon's 134th FA Cup final at Wembley.
May 30, 12:55
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Tim Sherwood: 'I won't get a statue outside the club unless I win'
Tim Sherwood insists that he won't be getting a statue outside of Villa Park unless he win this weekend's FA Cup final against Arsenal.
May 30, 08:32
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Jores Okore determined to guide Aston Villa to victory in FA Cup final
Aston Villa defender Jores Okore is determined to guide his side to victory in the FA Cup final against Arsenal at Wembley.
May 30, 06:07
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Tim Sherwood: Arsene Wenger is an "incredible manager"
Aston Villa boss Tim Sherwood feels that Arsene Wenger is an "incredible manager" considering his achievement in his 19 years at Arsenal.
May 30, 02:27
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Aston Villa's Gabriel Agbonlahor vows to throw away FA Cup runners-up medal
Aston Villa striker Gabriel Agbonlahor says that he could not bear another cup final defeat at Wembley.
May 30, 01:54
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Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger not focused on personal glory ahead of FA Cup final
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger admits that he does not know where his previous FA Cup winners' medals are.
May 30, 00:16
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Aston Villa boss Tim Sherwood: 'We are huge underdogs against Arsenal'
Aston Villa boss Tim Sherwood says that his players are capable of rising to the occasion in the FA Cup final.
May 29, 23:54
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Aaron Ramsey: 'Arsenal hungrier than ever to taste success'
Arsenal midfielder Aaron Ramsey claims that his side must "prove" they are worthy winners when they meet Aston Villa in the FA Cup final on Saturday.
May 29, 07:14
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Charlie Nicholas: 'Arsenal will win FA Cup if Theo Walcott starts'
Charlie Nicholas thinks that Arsenal will win the FA Cup and be able to re-sign Theo Walcott if the England international starts in a central role at Wembley.
May 29, 04:12
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Leandro Bacuna: 'Aston Villa determined to make history in FA Cup final
Aston Villa midfielder Leandro Bacuna reveals that he and his teammates are eagerly anticipating their FA Cup final showdown against Arsenal at Wembley.
May 29, 03:37
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Prince William "nervous" for Aston Villa ahead of FA Cup final
Aston Villa fan Prince William admits that he is nervous for his team ahead of their clash against Arsenal in the FA Cup final at Wembley.
May 29, 03:15
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Jack Wilshere: 'Losing to Aston Villa would represent bad season'
Jack Wilshere says that his Arsenal teammates cannot reflect on the 2014-15 campaign with pride if they lose to Aston Villa in the upcoming FA Cup final.
May 29, 00:50
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Pubs in Birmingham warned about showing FA Cup final without a licence
Pubs and bars in Birmingham are warned that they face a fine if they screen the FA Cup final illegally this Saturday.
May 28, 16:14
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Tim Sherwood "very proud" to reach FA Cup final
Tim Sherwood has described reaching the FA Cup final with Aston Villa as a "fantastic achievement" for the club.
May 28, 15:26
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Arsene Wenger unsure over FA Cup final team selection
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger admits that he does not yet know who will start this weekend's FA Cup final against Aston Villa.
May 28, 09:13
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Leandro Bacuna warns Arsenal of "really strong" Christian Benteke
Leandro Bacuna backs Aston Villa teammate Christian Benteke to give Arsenal a rough ride in the upcoming FA Cup at Wembley.
May 27, 23:16
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Arsenal striker Danny Welbeck ruled out of FA Cup final
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger confirms that Danny Welbeck will miss Saturday's FA Cup final because of a knee injury.
May 27, 10:03
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Ashley Westwood: 'Christian Benteke will give Arsenal sleepless nights'
Ashley Westwood believes that Arsenal's defenders will be having sleepless nights as they prepare to face Aston Villa striker Christian Benteke.
May 27, 02:36
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Knee injury rules Danny Welbeck out of FA Cup final
Arsenal are without Danny Welbeck for the FA Cup final as he has failed to recover from a knee injury.
May 26, 04:07
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Shay Given injury doubt for Aston Villa's FA Cup final against Arsenal
Aston Villa manager Tim Sherwood reveals that goalkeeper Shay Given is a doubt for the FA Cup final against Arsenal as he is struggling with a groin injury.
May 25, 07:08
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Theo Walcott gives Arsene Wenger 'selection headache' ahead of FA Cup final
Theo Walcott believes that Arsenal are in good shape heading into the FA Cup final this weekend.
May 25, 05:23
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Tim Sherwood: 'We have to attack Arsenal in FA Cup final'
Aston Villa boss Tim Sherwood admits that his side are prepared to take the attack to Arsenal in the FA Cup final at Wembley.
May 24, 05:12
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Arsenal striker Danny Welbeck injury doubt for FA Cup final against Aston Villa
Arsene Wenger hints that Danny Welbeck could miss Arsenal's FA Cup final against Aston Villa due to injury.
May 22, 09:41
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Arsene Wenger: 'Alexis Sanchez will be available for FA Cup final'
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger discloses that the club have come to an agreement with the Chile Football Federation to ensure Alexis Sanchez can play in the FA Cup final.
May 2, 05:19
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Jon Moss to referee Arsenal vs. Aston Villa FA Cup final
Jon Moss describes being appointed as this season's FA Cup final referee as "the realisation of a dream".
Apr 21, 12:12
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4Arsenal126422112922
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18Crystal Palace121561017-78
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