There are a host of reasons, too many to mention, as to why th FA Cup has lost its magic. It used to be the climax of the season and also the final game of the season, kicking off at 3pm on the first Saturday in May. It's now relegated to a minor affair to be fitted in wherever possible. Until the bigger clubs stop putting out reserve sides and take it seriously, which I don't see happening, sadly it will not regain the prominence it once held.