The FA Cup Final hadn’t kicked off at 3pm until 2023, marking a 12-year change. The afternoon kick-off is deemed beneficial for northern fans as it provides them with better chances to return home using public transport after full-time, and also satisfies traditionalists.

One fan expressed relief that the 3pm kick-off has returned and jokingly linked its return to the annual Manchester Derby. Another fan hailed the decision as a return to tradition and advocated for 3pm kick-offs for replays in the 3rd and 4th rounds, citing common sense prevailing.

The text ends with a question about whether the FA Cup final should always kick off at 3pm on a Saturday and mentions the potential for changes in broadcast rights. Additionally, it refers to the community being offered special promotions, offers, and advertisements that can be accessed or departed from at any time.