The FA Cup third-round draw has once again delivered an exciting array of fixtures, featuring tantalizing ties between Premier League giants, lower-league underdogs, and everything in between. As always, this stage of the competition promises drama, surprises, and thrilling football.
Here’s a detailed look at the full list of fixtures and the highlights to look forward to:
Headline Fixtures
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Arsenal vs. Manchester United
A blockbuster clash between two Premier League titans. Arsenal will host the current FA Cup holders, Manchester United, at the Emirates Stadium in what promises to be a fiercely contested match. -
Tamworth vs. Tottenham Hotspur
Non-league side Tamworth welcomes Premier League heavyweight Tottenham Hotspur. This David vs. Goliath encounter is a dream tie for the minnows. -
Manchester City vs. Salford City
A Manchester derby of sorts, as Pep Guardiola’s City takes on League Two side Salford City, owned by the famed Class of ’92. -
Liverpool vs. Accrington Stanley
Accrington Stanley faces the challenge of a lifetime as they travel to Anfield to take on Jurgen Klopp’s Liverpool. -
Chelsea vs. Morecambe
Stamford Bridge will host League Two side Morecambe as Chelsea looks to avoid a potential banana skin.
All Fixtures
- Arsenal vs. Manchester United
- Tamworth vs. Tottenham Hotspur
- Manchester City vs. Salford City
- Liverpool vs. Accrington Stanley
- Chelsea vs. Morecambe
- Aston Villa vs. West Ham United
- Everton vs. Peterborough United
- Wycombe Wanderers vs. Portsmouth
- Birmingham City vs. Lincoln City
- Leeds United vs. Harrogate Town
- Nottingham Forest vs. Luton Town
- Sheffield United vs. Cardiff City
- Ipswich Town vs. Bristol Rovers
- Fulham vs. Watford
- Crystal Palace vs. Stockport County
- Hull City vs. Doncaster Rovers
- Sunderland vs. Stoke City
- Leicester City vs. Queens Park Rangers
- Brentford vs. Plymouth Argyle
- Coventry City vs. Sheffield Wednesday
- Newcastle United vs. Bromley
- Bristol City vs. Wolverhampton Wanderers
- Preston North End vs. Charlton Athletic
- Middlesbrough vs. Blackburn Rovers
- AFC Bournemouth vs. West Bromwich Albion
- Mansfield Town vs. Wigan Athletic
- Reading vs. Burnley
Key Highlights
- All-Premier League Showdowns: Arsenal vs. Manchester United and Aston Villa vs. West Ham United are the standout fixtures featuring top-flight teams.
- Underdog Stories: Tamworth, Accrington Stanley, and Salford City represent the hopes of smaller clubs looking to cause major upsets.
- Family Affair? Everton’s Ashley Young might face his son, Tyler Young, who plays for Peterborough United.
What to Expect
The third round of the FA Cup is often hailed as one of the most exciting stages of the competition, where giants can fall, and history can be made. With fixtures taking place between January 9 and 13, 2025, fans across the country will be tuning in to see if the magic of the cup continues.
Whether it’s the glamour of big-name clashes or the romance of lower-league teams punching above their weight, this round has something for everyone. Football fans won’t want to miss it!