The FA Cup third round draw is set to take place, with Premier League teams entering the hat alongside lower-ranked sides. Teams such as Dagenham & Redbridge and Tamworth will be hoping to land a glamour tie, while 18 teams from League One and Two also join the mix for a total of 64 teams. Manchester United are the current holders of the FA Cup.
The draw will be held on December 2 at 7pm GMT at Old Trafford and will be broadcast live on BBC Two. Viewers can also stream it for free on the BBC iPlayer app or website. Kelly Somers will present the draw, with Mark Hughes and Dion Dublin selecting the all-important balls. Fans can follow SunSport’s live blog for updates on all the third-round ties as they are drawn out.
The FA Cup third-round draw will feature top clubs like Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, Manchester City, and Manchester United. Lower-ranked teams including Salford City, Charlton Athletic, and Accrington Stanley will also be in the mix. The matches will take place over the weekend of Saturday, January 11, with fans eagerly awaiting to see who their team will face in the prestigious competition.
With the FA Cup known for its unpredictability and magic of the cup, anything can happen in the third round draw. Teams from various leagues will come together to compete for a chance to progress in the competition and potentially face some of the biggest clubs in English football. The draw marks an exciting moment for clubs and fans alike as they await the fate of their team.
As the draw unfolds, fans will watch with anticipation to see which teams will face off in the third round of the FA Cup. From giant killings to exciting matchups, the draw sets the stage for an exhilarating weekend of football in January. Whether it’s a clash between Premier League powerhouses or a minnow taking on a top-flight team, the FA Cup never fails to deliver drama and excitement for players and supporters alike.
