FA Cup draw LIVE: Man Utd, Liverpool and Arsenal learn third-round opponents

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The draw for the third round of the Emirates FA Cup has been conducted, revealing the opponents for prominent Premier League clubs including Manchester United, Liverpool, and Arsenal. This stage marks the entry point for all 20 Premier League and 24 Championship teams into the competition, joining various lower-league and non-league sides aspiring to achieve memorable upsets.

Manchester United have been drawn against an intriguing opponent, setting up a potentially challenging fixture as they aim to progress in the oldest football competition. Liverpool and Arsenal also discovered their third-round rivals, with each team preparing for competitive matches that promise excitement and the hope of cup success.

Notably, the draw includes a mix of matchups that could feature “giant-killings,” where lower-ranked teams face and sometimes overcome the top-tier clubs, emphasizing the unpredictability and charm of the FA Cup. This draw continues the tradition of providing opportunities for smaller clubs to gain national attention and for bigger clubs to reaffirm their status in knockout football.

With the third round underway, all eyes turn to the upcoming matches as teams across the divisions prepare for battles that may shape their seasons. Fans can anticipate a series of high-stakes games, combining the heritage of the FA Cup with the contemporary intensity of modern football.