The broadcast arrangements for the FA Cup quarter-finals have been officially finalised, offering football fans a mix of free-to-air and subscription viewing options. Two of the four highly anticipated ties will be available without charge on the BBC, while all matches will be broadcast live on TNT Sports and the newly launched HBO Max streaming service in the United Kingdom.
Streaming Platform Transition and Match Highlights
HBO Max is scheduled to replace discovery+ as the primary streaming platform in the UK starting 26 March, with TNT Sports content migrating to this new service accordingly. This shift marks a significant change in how sports enthusiasts will access live football coverage moving forward.
Quarter-Final Fixtures and Analysis
The standout fixture of the round sees defending champions Manchester City face arch-rivals Liverpool in a heavyweight Premier League clash, with a coveted semi-final spot at stake. Meanwhile, Arsenal have received what many consider a favourable draw as they travel to face Southampton, the sole Championship representative remaining in the competition.
In other quarter-final action, West Ham United will host Leeds United in another all-top-flight encounter, while League One underdogs Port Vale – the lowest-ranked team still in contention – have earned a dream trip to Stamford Bridge following their remarkable giant-killing of Premier League side Sunderland in the previous round.
Complete Television Schedule
All quarter-final matches will be contested during the weekend of 4 April 2026, with the following broadcast arrangements confirmed:
- Saturday, 4 April: Manchester City versus Liverpool kicks off at 12:45, exclusively live on TNT Sports 1 and HBO Max
- Saturday, 4 April: Chelsea against Port Vale begins at 17:15, available on TNT Sports 1, HBO Max, BBC One, and BBC iPlayer
- Saturday, 4 April: Southampton versus Arsenal starts at 20:00, broadcast on TNT Sports 1, HBO Max, BBC One, and BBC iPlayer
- Sunday, 5 April: West Ham United against Leeds United commences at 16:30, shown live on TNT Sports 1 and HBO Max
Remaining FA Cup Match Calendar
The competition schedule beyond the quarter-finals has also been confirmed, with semi-finals scheduled from 25 April 2026 and the prestigious final set for 16 May 2026 at Wembley Stadium. Football supporters can anticipate intense knockout drama as the oldest national football competition in the world reaches its decisive stages.
