The magic of the FA Cup is in full swing this weekend, with the third round delivering a historic giant-killing and a packed schedule of televised football. Fans across the UK can catch the action across multiple platforms, with eight matches broadcast live and many more available to stream.
Historic Upset and TV Coverage Details
The standout story of the round so far is the monumental shock at Moss Rose, where non-league Macclesfield from the National League North defeated FA Cup holders Crystal Palace 2-1. This remarkable victory is one of eight third-round clashes selected for live television coverage. Six matches will be shown on TNT Sports, with the BBC broadcasting two, including Macclesfield's triumph. For fans wanting even more action, the discovery+ platform is streaming every game that does not have a traditional 3pm Saturday kick-off.
Weekend TV Schedule and Streaming Options
The televised action continues throughout Sunday and into Monday. On Sunday 11 January, TNT Sports 2 kicks off at 12:00 with Derby County against Leeds United. This is followed at 14:00 by Portsmouth hosting Arsenal on TNT Sports 1. The day concludes with a 16:30 showdown between Manchester United and Brighton & Hove Albion, also on TNT Sports 1.
Simultaneously, discovery+ offers a feast of football with several 14:30 kick-offs available exclusively on their service, including Hull City v Blackburn Rovers and West Ham United v Queens Park Rangers. The third-round concludes on Monday 12 January at 19:45, when Liverpool welcome Barnsley to Anfield, live on TNT Sports 1. Importantly, the FA Cup fourth-round draw will be conducted live on TNT Sports just before this match, at approximately 18:35 GMT.
Key Results from Friday and Saturday
The weekend's drama began on Friday night, with Wrexham winning a penalty shoot-out against Nottingham Forest after a 3-3 draw. Saturday's fixtures produced a mix of straightforward wins and further drama. Alongside Macclesfield's heroics, Manchester City racked up a 10-1 victory over Exeter City, while Newcastle United needed penalties to see off AFC Bournemouth. Other Premier League sides like Chelsea and Aston Villa secured their passage, but Everton fell to Sunderland in another shoot-out.
With the fourth-round draw imminent, the quest for Wembley continues. Whether you're tuning in for the potential for more cup shocks or to follow your team, the combination of BBC, TNT Sports, and discovery+ ensures you won't miss a moment of the FA Cup action.
