LONDON, ENGLAND - JUNE 03: A detailed view of the FA Cup Trophy prior to the Emirates FA Cup Final between Manchester City and Manchester United at Wembley Stadium on June 03, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Michael Regan - The FA/The FA via Getty Images)
The FA Cup third-round draw takes place on Monday (The FA via Getty)
The FA Cup third-round draw is upon us with every Premier League and Championship side entering the competition at this stage.
The second-round ties are taking place across this weekend with 40 teams from League One, League Two and the National League vying for a spot in the next phase of the competition.
Manchester United will be looking to win the trophy for the 14th time in their history after beating Pep Guardiola’s Man City in the final last season.
And whilst Ruben Amorim will be looking for a repeat of last season’s success, the likes of Arsenal, Liverpool, Chelsea and a whole host of other Premier League sides will be hoping to get their hands on the iconic piece of silverware at next year’s final at Wembley.
Here is all the information you need ahead of the FA Cup third-round draw including when it starts and how to watch on TV or via live steam.
When is the FA Cup third-round draw?
The FA Cup third-round draw is scheduled to take place on Monday, December 2 from 7pm.
Manchester City v Manchester United - Emirates FA Cup Final
United are the defending champions (Picture: Getty)
How to watch the FA Cup third-round draw on TV and live stream
Live coverage of the FA Cup third-round draw will take place on BBC Two.
Viewers will also be able to watch the draw live on BBC iPlayer.
FA Cup third-round draw ball numbers
FA Cup third-round draw ball numbers are yet to be confirmed.
The numbers for each team will be confirmed closer to the draw.
FA Cup third-round dates
The FA Cup third-round matches will be played on the weekend commencing January 11, 2025.
Blackpool v Birmingham City - Emirates FA Cup Second Round
Birmingham City booked their spot in the third round with victory over Blackpool in the second round (Picture: Getty)
FA Cup 2024/25 dates
Third Round: Saturday 11 January 2025
Fourth Round: Saturday 8 February 2025
Fifth Round: Saturday 1 March 2025
Quarter Final: Saturday 29 March 2025
Semi Final: Saturday 26 April 2025
Final: Saturday 17 May 2025
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