The Timeless Magic of the FA Cup: English Football’s Last Standing Tradition in a Money-Driven Era
In an age where football is often defined by money—astronomical transfer fees, billion-dollar broadcasting deals, and clubs owned by oligarchs and oil tycoons—the FA Cup remains a rare and cherished tradition. It is the oldest cup competition in the world, dating back to 1871, and has endured through decades of change, standing firm as a symbol of football’s soul amidst the commercialization of the modern game.