What FA Cup games are on TV? Third round fixtures to be shown live - channels, live stream details, KO times

The FA Cup is the world’s oldest domestic cup competition.

Over the last 151 years the FA Cup has produced an array of surprises with the likes of Wigan Athletic in 2013, Portsmouth in 2008 and Wimbledon in 1988 all defying the odds to lift England’s most prestigious domestic trophy.

We are now approaching the third round of the competition which is synonymous for upsets as it is the first round where Premier League teams are introduced to the competition.

Last year’s third round stage saw big-spending Newcastle crash out at home to League 1 Cambridge, Championship side Nottingham Forest shock Premier League giants Arsenal and non-league Kiddersminster stun Championship side Reading.

But who is playing in the third round of the FA Cup this season and where can you watch all the action?

Here’s everything you need to know to keep up with the action.

Who is playing in the third round of the FA Cup?

There are a number of exciting ties to look forward to ahead of the third round of the FA Cup. Premier League heavyweights Manchester City and Chelsea will go head to head at The Etihad meanwhile reigning holders Liverpool will host Wolves at Anfield.

Here is the draw for the third round of the FA Cup:

Friday 3 January

Saturday 7 January

Sunday 8 January

Monday 9 January

Which FA Cup matches are televised in UK?

This season all the FA Cup action in the UK will be shared between BBC and ITV and there are a host of exciting fixtures for freeview users to be treated to.

Here are all the live games taking place

Friday 6 January

Saturday 7 January

Sunday 8 January

Monday 9 January

How to stream the FA Cup third round

UK viewers will be able to stream all the action from the BBC games via the BBC Sport App and the BBC iPlayer.

Games on ITV will also be able to stream via ITVX.

You can download the streaming services for both channels on your mobile phone or tablet device.

Who is the favourite to win the FA Cup?

Reigning Premier League champions Manchester City are the favourites to win the FA Cup heading into the third round. The Citizens have established themselves as a dominant force in English football in recent seasons and last won the FA Cup with a 6-0 win over Watford in 2019.

Liverpool dominated the cup competitions in 2022 and were crowned champions of both the League Cup and the FA Cup last season after penalty shootout wins over Chelsea. Klopp’s side have had a slow start to the season but remain second favourites to lift the FA Cup.

League leaders Arsenal and London rivals Tottenham are also amongst the favourites to lift the historic trophy this season.

Here are top 10 favourites to lift the FA Cup according to Bet 365. (Odds correct as of Thursday 5 January)