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How to watch, TV and streaming options, and date and time for the fourth-round draw
There are eight FA Cup ties to watch live in the UK this weekend. Find all the details here…
The FA Cup third round takes place this weekend and remains one of the highlights of the football calendar.
There are some mouthwatering ties to look forward to with a nice mix of potential upsets and all-Premier League clashes.
But how can you watch the action unfold? We have a handy guide for you…
FRIDAY
Wrexham v Nottingham Forest (7.30pm)
Can the North Wales club’s rise to prominence continue with the giantkilling of two-time winners Nottingham Forest? The visitors’ focus will be on Premier League survival.
Watch live on TNT Sports 1 and stream via discovery+
SATURDAY
Macclesfield v Crystal Palace (12.15pm)
Arguably the most romantic tie of the weekend with the phoenix club formed from the ashes of Macclesfield Town hosting the cup holders. It’s National League North versus the Premier League.
Watch live on BBC One and TNT Sports 1. Stream via the BBC iPlayer and discovery+
Tottenham v Aston Villa (5.45pm)
These two clubs have 15 FA Cup titles between them but neither have been victorious since Spurs claimed the trophy in 1991. Thomas Frank would love a repeat to ease the growing pressure. Villa’s fans claim the FA Cup is a priority given the last time they won it was in 1957.
Watch live on BBC One and TNT Sports 1. Stream via the BBC iPlayer and discovery+
Charlton v Chelsea (8pm)
Liam Rosenior will take charge of Chelsea for the first time and will be desperate to avoid a cup shock on debut. Charlton are in rancid form in the Championship and the visitors ought to have too much.
Watch live on TNT Sports 1 and stream via discovery+
SUNDAY
Derby v Leeds (12pm)
The clubs have recent beef following spygate in 2019 but Leeds are currently outperforming their East Midlands rivals. Derby have won just two of their last nine in the Championship and sit 13th after a strong start.
Watch live on TNT Sports 2 and stream via discovery+
Portsmouth v Arsenal (2pm)
Premier League leaders Arsenal will head to Fratton Park believing a domestic treble is possible given they are also in the semi-finals of the EFL Cup. The Gunners look unstoppable and, even if Mikel Arteta makes changes, will provide a stern test for a Pompey side beaten 5-0 at Bristol City last time out.
Watch live on TNT Sports 1 and stream via discovery+
Manchester United v Brighton (4.30pm)
Darren Fletcher’s first game in caretaker charge of United ended in a draw at Burnley despite a much-improved performance. The Scot will also be in the dugout for the visit of the Seagulls on Sunday. It’s a second trip to Manchester in five days for Brighton, who drew 1-1 at the Etihad on Wednesday.
Watch live on TNT Sports 1 and stream via discovery+
MONDAY
Liverpool v Barnsley (7.45pm)
A slightly baffling choice for live broadcast sees League One strugglers Barnsley head to Merseyside. Arne Slot’s men are out of the EFL Cup and not going to win the Premier League. They will see the FA Cup as a real opportunity.
Watch live on TNT Sports 1 and stream via discovery+
WHEN IS THE DRAW FOR THE FOURTH ROUND?
The fourth-round draw will take place prior to the third-round tie between Liverpool and Barnsley on Monday night.
Watch live on TNT Sports 1 and stream via discovery+
