The TV picks for the FA Cup fourth round have now been confirmed, and Macclesfield are set for another big payday. As always in England’s historic competition, several standout fixtures emerged from the draw, including Birmingham City vs Leeds United, Wolves facing the daunting trip to Grimsby Town where Manchester United met their match in the League Cup, and the potential clash between Manchester City and Salford City.
However, few ties will be more eagerly anticipated than Macclesfield’s trip to Brentford. The third round saw the sixth-tier side pull off a dramatic 2-1 win over holders Crystal Palace, the biggest shock in the competition's recent history. While a visit to a Premier League ground presents an array of new challenges, neutrals will be hoping lightning can strike twice for John Rooney’s side.
As a result, the Silkmen’s clash with the Bees has been handed the prime Monday night slot. The match is scheduled for 7:30pm on Monday, 16 February, and will be shown live on TNT Sports 1.
TV Picks Decided For FA Cup Fourth Round
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The FA Cup fourth-round televised fixtures span a packed weekend, beginning on Friday, February 13. The opening tie sees Liam Rosenior return to Hull City as Chelsea manager. Sacked by the Tigers after failing to secure a play-off place, Rosenior will now be hoping to guide the Blues into the next round. Kick-off is at 7:45pm, with live coverage on both the BBC and TNT Sports 1.
On the same evening, Wrexham are also in televised action in Wales. The Championship side edged past Nottingham Forest in a penalty shootout after a thrilling 3-3 draw and now face Ipswich Town, live on BBC Wales.
Saturday brings three televised fixtures, starting at 12:15pm with Burton Albion hosting West Ham United. That tie carries real upset potential as the Brewers welcome a struggling Irons side, with coverage on TNT Sports 1. The first all-Premier League clash of the round follows at 5:45pm, as Aston Villa host Newcastle, before Brighton’s reward for their hard-fought win over Man United is a trip to Liverpool at 8pm, also live on TNT Sports 1.
The TV schedule continues on Sunday, February 15, beginning at midday with Birmingham City welcoming Leeds United on TNT Sports 3. Wolves then face a potential banana skin an hour and a half later as they travel to Grimsby Town, with that match shown on TNT Sports 1.
Two more ties kick off at 2pm, with Oxford United hosting Sunderland and Stoke City taking on Fulham, both available on Discovery+. Sunday's action concludes at 4:30pm as favourites Arsenal face surprise 2013 winners Wigan Athletic, in front of the TNT Sports 1 cameras. See the TV listings below:
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Macclesfield Set For Another Huge Pay Day
Macclesfield celebrate scoring against Crystal Palace
Macclesfield celebrate scoring against Crystal Palace
By reaching the fourth round, Macclesfield have already earned £121,000, and regardless of the result, they are guaranteed a further £80,000 thanks to the televised selection in the forthcoming round.
Gate receipts will also be split, with 45 per cent going to each club, although Brentford could opt to donate their share to The Silkmen, which is what Crystal Palace did last time out.
The phoenix club, Macclesfield, was formed in 2020 after the previous club (Macclesfield Town) was liquidated, and so their rise to notoriety in this year's FA Cup is made just that more special, proving that the competition still has a lot of magic left in it.