Southampton upset Arsenal 2-1, knock Gunners out of FA Cup

sportsApr 4, 2026

Southampton, a Championship side, upset Premier League Arsenal 2-1 in the FA Cup quarterfinal. Viktor Gyokeres levelled for Arsenal in the 68th minute, but Shea Charles scored the 85th-minute winner for the Saints. The loss knocks Arsenal out of the FA Cup and ends their cup hopes before the international break. Southampton advance to the semifinals, a major boost for the club.

Key Highlights

Southampton beat Arsenal 2-1 to reach the FA Cup semifinals

Shea Charles scored the 85th-minute winner for Southampton

Viktor Gyokeres equalised for Arsenal in the 68th minute

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theguardian.comSouthampton v Arsenal: FA Cup quarter-final – live espn.comSouthampton 2-1 Arsenal (Apr 4, 2026) Final Score - ESPN thescore.comArsenal eliminated from FA Cup quarterfinals by 2nd-tier Southampton

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