The FA Cup final between Manchester City and Manchester United will kick off at the traditional time of 3 PM (14.00 GMT) on May 25, the Football Association said Tuesday.
In a repeat of last year's final, holder City will play rival United at Wembley Stadium.
The FA said the kick-off time had been agreed with both clubs, the local authority, safety advisory group and broadcasters.
It is the second straight year that the final will start at 3 PM. In recent years, it has had an early evening time slot.
City beat Chelsea 1-0 on Saturday to secure its place in the final.
Meanwhile, United needed penalties to overcome second-tier Coventry on Sunday after blowing a 3-0 lead to draw 3-3 through extra time.
