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The FA Cup fourth round draw takes place this evening (Monday), setting the stage for the next set of fixtures in England’s oldest football competition. Chelsea, fresh from a 5-1 victory over Charlton Athletic in the third round, will discover their next opponents, while 16 ties across the country await their fate.
Ejes Gist News reports that this draw promises excitement following a third round full of surprises, including several giant-killing results.
When is the FA Cup Fourth Round Draw?
The FA Cup fourth round draw will be held at Anfield on Monday, 12 January 2025, just ahead of the third-round replay between Liverpool and Barnsley.
- Time: Approximately 6:35pm UK time
- Location: Anfield, Liverpool
This draw will determine the matchups for all 32 teams that progressed from the third round, with Chelsea among the clubs in the hat as they aim for their ninth FA Cup title.
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How to Watch the FA Cup Fourth Round Draw
Fans in the United Kingdom can follow the FA Cup draw live across multiple platforms:
- TNT Sports 1 – live television broadcast
- Discovery+ – streaming online
- TNT Sports YouTube channel – free live stream
- DStv channel and GOtv
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The draw will be hosted by Darren Fletcher and Ally McCoist, with former Chelsea midfielder Joe Cole and ex-Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard conducting the draw.
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How the FA Cup Fourth Round Draw Works
The draw includes all 32 teams that advanced from the third round, though the winners of Liverpool vs Barnsley and Salford vs Swindon will only be confirmed later due to scheduling and postponements.
Each team is assigned a ball number for the draw, which determines the pairing for the next round. Chelsea’s ball number is 8, positioning them in the mix for potentially challenging or exciting matchups.
FA Cup Fourth Round Draw Ball Numbers
Here are all ball numbers for the FA Cup fourth round draw:
- Wolverhampton Wanderers
- Southampton
- Aston Villa
- Port Vale
- Wigan Athletic
- Ipswich Town
- Wrexham
- Chelsea
- Manchester City
- West Ham United
- Brentford
- Fulham
- Sunderland
- Liverpool or Barnsley
- Burnley
- Norwich City
- Arsenal
- Leeds United
- West Bromwich Albion
- Salford City or Swindon Town
- Burton Albion
- Grimsby Town
- Hull City
- Newcastle United
- Oxford United
- Leicester City
- Birmingham City
- Bristol City
- Stoke City
- Macclesfield
- Brighton & Hove Albion
- Mansfield Town
These numbers will dictate the draw sequence and the fixtures for the next stage of the competition.
Notable Third Round Upsets
The third round of the FA Cup was marked by historic upsets:
- Macclesfield (National League North) defeated holders Crystal Palace, producing one of the greatest FA Cup shocks in history.
- Wrexham eliminated Nottingham Forest, another Premier League side.
- Salford City vs Swindon Town was postponed and will now be played on 20 January.
Chelsea’s emphatic 5-1 win over Charlton ensured they remain in contention for the fourth round, hoping to add to their eight FA Cup titles, the last of which came in 2018.
When Will the FA Cup Fourth Round Fixtures Be Played?
The FA Cup fourth round fixtures are scheduled for the weekend of:
- Saturday, 14 February 2025
- Sunday, 15 February 2025
These matches will decide which clubs progress to the fifth round, keeping the excitement of the FA Cup alive for fans across the country.
Key Takeaways
- The FA Cup fourth round draw sets 16 new fixtures for the competition.
- Chelsea, Manchester City, Arsenal, and other top-flight clubs are all included.
- Fans can watch live on TNT Sports 1, Discovery+, or TNT Sports YouTube, Dtsv and GOtv
- Ball numbers will determine match pairings, with Chelsea holding ball number 8.
- The fourth round will take place mid-February, continuing the tournament’s tradition of thrilling matchups.
