The draw for the first round proper of the 2026/27 FA Cup will take place on Monday, October 19. Coverage begins at 6.30pm, with the draw itself scheduled to get underway five minutes later.
Hosts and viewing options
Presenter Matt Smith will host the draw, joined by former Arsenal defender Martin Keown and ex-Everton attacker Fara Williams, who earned 172 caps for England.
Viewers can watch on TNT Sports 1 on TV, or stream it via the HBO Max app and TNT Sports' official YouTube channel for free.
Teams and prize money
The draw marks the stage where League One and League Two clubs enter the competition, including Leicester City, Reading and Sheffield Wednesday. A total of 40 fixtures will be drawn, with winning teams each earning £47,750 in prize money.
Ball numbers have been confirmed for all 80 clubs, including ties such as Harborough Town or Spennymoor Town, Chorley or Worcester City, and Gateshead or Stafford Rangers.
