FA Cup 2026: full match schedule and TV broadcast.

According to The Sun: The FA Cup is back, and fans across the country are dreaming of a trip to Wembley.

Crystal Palace became the surprising winner of last season, claiming their first major trophy by defeating Manchester City in the final.

Teams from League One and League Two will start the competition from the first round, while Premier League and Championship clubs will join in the third round.

SunSport provides key dates to note.

What are the dates for the 2025-26 FA Cup?

• First round: Weekend of November 1, 2025
• Second round: Weekend of December 6, 2025
• Third round: Weekend of January 10, 2026
• Fourth round: Weekend of February 14, 2026
• Fifth round: Weekend of March 7, 2026
• Quarter-final: Weekend of April 4, 2026
• Semi-final: Weekend of April 25, 2026
• Final: Saturday, May 16, 2026

How can I watch and on which TV channel is the 2025-26 FA Cup broadcasted?

The competition will be broadcasted on BBC and TNT Sports.

A total of 14 matches will be shown on BBC, available to watch for free.

BBC will broadcast two live matches up to the quarter-finals.

They will also provide coverage of one semi-final and the final.

The deal with TNT Sports is for four years and will start this season.

The FA Cup is of great importance to football fans in the UK as it is a traditional tournament that offers many emotions and surprises. It will be especially interesting to see if Crystal Palace can defend their title or if new teams will emerge ready to battle for victory.

For fans, this is also a great opportunity to support their favorite clubs, as teams from all levels of English football, from amateur clubs to Premier League giants, participate in the competition. The main thing is that the bright matches and dramatic moments do not leave you bored!