FA Cup Third Round: BBC Broadcasts Macclesfield-Crystal Palace & Spurs-Aston Villa
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- Here's a thorough guide to the FA Cup Third Round fixtures taking place between January 10th and 12th, 2025, including broadcast details. The FA Cup continues to provide...
- The FA Cup Third round kicks off with two intriguing matches on Friday evening.
- Saturday features a trio of matches, all broadcast on TNT Sports and discovery+.
FA Cup Third Round Fixtures: January 10-12, 2025
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Here’s a thorough guide to the FA Cup Third Round fixtures taking place between January 10th and 12th, 2025, including broadcast details. The FA Cup continues to provide exciting clashes between teams from across the English football pyramid.
Friday, january 10, 2025
The FA Cup Third round kicks off with two intriguing matches on Friday evening.
- Macclesfield v Crystal Palace (12:15) – This match will be broadcast live on BBC One, BBC iPlayer, TNT Sports 2, and discovery+. Macclesfield, currently playing in the National League, will face a significant challenge against Premier League side crystal Palace.
- Tottenham v Aston Villa (17:45) – Tottenham Hotspur host Aston Villa in a premier League clash broadcast on BBC One, BBC iPlayer, TNT Sports 2, and TNT Sports 1, as well as discovery+. This promises to be a high-profile encounter.
- Charlton v Chelsea (20:00) – Charlton Athletic welcome Chelsea, with coverage available on TNT Sports 1 and discovery+. Chelsea, as a top-flight team, are expected to be strong favorites in this fixture.
Saturday, January 11, 2025
Saturday features a trio of matches, all broadcast on TNT Sports and discovery+.
- Derby County v Leeds United (12:00) - A potentially fiery encounter between two historically significant clubs, broadcast on TNT Sports 2 and discovery+. Both teams will be aiming for a strong cup run.
- Portsmouth v Arsenal (14:00) - League One side Portsmouth take on Premier League giants Arsenal, live on TNT Sports 1 and discovery+. This match represents a classic FA Cup David vs. Goliath scenario.
- Manchester United v Brighton (16:30) - Manchester United host Brighton & Hove Albion, with live coverage on TNT Sports 1 and discovery+. Both teams are currently competing in the Premier League.
Monday, January 12, 2025
The Third Round concludes with one match on Monday evening.
- Liverpool v Barnsley (19:45) – Liverpool welcome Barnsley to Anfield, with the match broadcast live on TNT Sports 1 and discovery+.Barnsley, a League One team, will face a formidable opponent in the Premier League leaders.