Aston Villa last lifted the FA Cup in 1957, with limited success in the modern era, while Crystal Palace has yet to win but showcased better performance in recent finals. Villa's only two appearances since their 1950s victory in 2000 and 2015 were disappointing, contrasting with Palace's strong showings in the finals of 1990 and 2016. As both clubs prepare for this year's final, they are keen to correct past shortcomings and improve their standings in the competition. The match is set to kick off at Wembley at 5.15pm BST, raising stakes for both teams.
Aston Villa last won the FA Cup in 1957, making their modern day tradition in this competition quite limited compared to Crystal Palace.
Crystal Palace boasts a better recent FA Cup record, having come close to winning in 1990 and 2016, unlike Villa's lackluster finals.
Both clubs are eager to reach this year's FA Cup final and redeem themselves after disappointing performances in recent history.
The match at Wembley kicks off at 5.15pm BST, highlighting the significance of this encounter in the clubs' histories.
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