FC Cup... blah?

[thbends]

So I was looking at the cup system and found the FA Cup interesting. Enjoying playing in it but what is this I hear about it not being so prestigious lately? Did something happen to hurt it's rep?

[BigTim]

It doesnt pay out as much as the premier league itself or the champions league...it might not even be on par with the euro league title.

[coach422001]

I'm sure Luton Town is finding the cup a worhtwhile experience.

Thbends: it would be like every semi-pro baseball team that exisits in the US today having an opportunity to play the Yankees or Cubs through a one game knockout tournament. EVERY team (if the paperwork is accepted!). I think there were some 800+ clubs that participated this year. I love that non-league teams have had their chances this year. Eventually, if Man City and Man U or Chelsea or whomever reach the final they'll put out their best XI.

[BiloxiSmitty]

FA Cup is still important. The first set of games with Premier League teams is like a Sports National Holiday in England (Kinda like the 1st weekend of March Madness). Also think that the most expensive stadium built was pretty much built for the FA Cup Final.