The 1937/38 FA Cup produced another memorable chapter in the history of English football, with famous clubs, hard-fought ties and a Wembley final that remains one of the most discussed of the decade. Preston North End lifted the trophy after defeating Huddersfield Town 1–0, with George Mutch scoring from the penalty spot in extra time to settle the match.
For collectors of old football programmes, FA Cup issues from 1937/38 are especially appealing because they capture the excitement and unpredictability of knockout football. Early-round ties can be difficult to find, particularly when they involve smaller clubs, non-league opposition or matches played at grounds that have long since changed or disappeared. Later rounds, semi-finals and the final itself carry obvious historic interest, but the lesser-known fixtures often have their own rarity and charm.
These programmes provide a valuable record of team selections, venues, attendances, local advertising and the wider matchday culture of the period. From regional cup battles to the drama of Wembley, the surviving 1937/38 FA Cup programmes help preserve the story of a competition that continued to hold a special place in the hearts of supporters across the country.
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Darlington v Scarborough 27.11.1937 1st Round 0-2
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Corinthians v Southend United 27.11.1937 0-2
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Spurs v Blackburn 08.01.1938 3rd Round 3-2
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Arsenal v Bolton 08.01.1938 3rd Round 3-2
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Brentford v Fulham 08.01.1938 3rd Round 3-1
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Wolves v Arsenal 22.01.1938 4th rd 1-2
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Brentford v Portsmouth 22.01.1938 4th Round 3-1
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Everton v Sunderland 22.01.1938 4th Round 0-1
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Liverpool v Sheff Utd 26.01.1938 - FA Cup 4th Round Replay
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Spurs v New Brighton 26.01.1938 4th Round rep 5-2
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Arsenal v Preston 12.02.1938 5th Round 0-1
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Brentford v Manchester Utd 12.02.1938 5th Rd 2-0
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Chesterfield v Spurs 12.02.1938 - FA Cup 5th Round 2-2
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York City v Middlesbrough 12.02.1938 grandad there to witness another great Boro disappointment 5th rd 1-0
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Spurs v Chesterfield 16.02.1938 5th rd rep 2-1
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Brentford v Preston 05.03.1938 6th Rd 0-3
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Spurs v Sunderland 05.03.1938 6th rd 0-1
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York City v Huddersfield 05.03.1938 6th rd 0-0
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Huddersfield v York 09.03.1938 6th rd rep 2-1
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Huddersfield v Sunderland 26.03.1938 Semi Final 2-1
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Preston v Aston Villa 26.03.1938 Semi Final 2-1
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FA Cup Final - Huddersfield v Preston 30.04.1938 pirate programme
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FA Cup Final - Huddersfield v Preston 30.04.1938 0-1 George Mutch penalty last minute of extra time reversing the 1922 result
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FA Cup Final - Huddersfield v Preston 30.04.1938 - Letter from George Mutch
