FA Cup in Ukraine: why only two games will be broadcast on free-to-air TV.
12.12.2025
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Shostal Oleksandr
12.12.2025
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Schedule of broadcasts for the third round of the FA Cup
The broadcast schedule for the third round of the FA Cup has been published, and fans are expressing their dissatisfaction due to the lack of terrestrial broadcasts. Eight matches have been selected for live coverage. All will be shown on TNT Sports, while the BBC will provide coverage for two games.Crystal Palace will play away at the illegal club Mountfield, which will be featured on BBC.
According to The Sun: Here is the list of matches that will be broadcast:
- Match 1
- Match 2
- Match 3
- Match 4
- Match 5
- Match 6
- Match 7
- Match 8
Fans are disappointed that not all matches will be available on traditional TV channels, which has caused outrage among sports supporters.
The FA Cup traditionally involves numerous clubs, and its popularity among fans remains high. It is now clear that the reduction in the number of available matches on conventional channels may affect the number of viewers following these games. We expect an active response from fans hoping for changes in the near future.
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