The FA Youth Cup semi-final between Manchester United and Crystal Palace kicks off this Friday, April 17, at 7pm UK time. Young players from both sides aim to impress at Old Trafford, a dream venue for Palace’s academy stars seeking their first final in years, while some United prospects already know the ground.

Kick-off Time and Venue

Old Trafford hosts this crucial clash, starting at 7pm UK time. The match highlights the next generation of talent in English football.

TV Coverage in the UK

TNT Sports 2 broadcasts the game live, with coverage beginning at 6:45pm for pre-match analysis and team previews.

Streaming Options

UK viewers access the live stream via the HBO Max website or app, which took over TNT Sports content from discovery+ on March 26. Log in with existing credentials, navigate to the Sports tab, and enjoy high-definition coverage on mobiles, tablets, or smart TVs.

Manchester United and Crystal Palace apps provide live text updates and social media highlights, but full video streams exclusively on HBO Max.

Watching in the US

ESPN+ holds US rights for the FA Youth Cup. The 7pm UK kick-off equals 2pm ET. Check the official FA Cup YouTube channel for additional international streams.

Audio Commentary

No national radio coverage appears on BBC Five Live, but both club apps deliver free match commentary, often with former players as guests.

Team News and Injuries

Manchester United expects to field prolific forward JJ Gabriel but misses Kai Rooney due to a spring injury. Crystal Palace boasts a fully fit squad, led by goalkeeper Lucca Benetton and a defense that has shut down top attacks.

Path to the Final

Manchester City advances to the final against the winner, having defeated Blackburn with players like Ryan McAidoo and Reigan Heskey, who have first-team experience.