When is FA Cup draw? Date, start time, TV channel, live stream and ball numbers for third round | OneFootball

All you need to know as Premier League teams join the party

The draw for the FA Cup third round takes place this weekend.

Premier League sides will join the competition as the lower league and non-league sides in the competition dream about a potential glamour tie.

Manchester United are the holders after last season’s surprise win over rivals Manchester City and new manager Ruben Amorim will begin his defence of the trophy in January.

Here’s everything you need to know about the FA Cup third round draw.

The FA Cup draw is scheduled to take place on Sunday 3 December 2024.

A time is yet to be confirmed but will likely take place around Kettering Town’s clash with Doncaster Rovers, which starts at 12pm GMT.

Where to watch FA Cup third-round draw

TV channel: The draw will be streamed on free-to-air television BBC Two.

Live stream: The BBC iPlayer and BBC Sport website (both free with a subscription) will offer a live stream.

LIVE coverage: Follow the action with Standard Sport’s blog!

When will the FA Cup third-round ties be played?

The third-round will commence on Saturday 11 January, 2025.

FA Cup third-round ball numbers

The ball numbers will be confirmed closer to the draw.