Overview
- Third-round ties run January 9–12, with standout fixtures including Tottenham vs. Aston Villa, Manchester United vs. Brighton and Monday’s Liverpool vs. Barnsley closer at Anfield.
- The fourth-round draw is set for Monday, January 12 after Liverpool vs. Barnsley, with TV coverage on TNT Sports 1 and discovery+ and live radio commentary on talkSPORT.
- Fourth-round matches are scheduled for the weekend of February 14, with games expected from Friday through Monday.
- Defending champions Crystal Palace begin their title defense away at Macclesfield FC in Saturday’s early slot.
- Newcastle United host AFC Bournemouth in the third round as Eddie Howe’s side seeks progression while managing a crowded slate of domestic and European commitments.