Macclesfield Faces Crystal Palace, Tottenham Takes on Aston Villa in FA Cup
Macclesfield will square off against the defending champions, Crystal Palace, in the third round of the FA Cup. This match represents a significant moment for the sixth-tier club as they host a Premier League team.
FA Cup Third Round Overview
Several exciting matchups are scheduled for the FA Cup third round. Fans can look forward to the following key matches:
- Macclesfield vs. Crystal Palace; Sixth-tier meets Premier League title holders.
- Tottenham vs. Aston Villa; A thrilling all-Premier League showdown.
- Sunderland vs. Everton; Another clash between top-flight teams.
- Newcastle vs. Bournemouth; The Magpies host the Cherries at St James’ Park.
- Manchester United vs. Brighton; The Red Devils welcome the Seagulls.
Other Exciting Matches
The tournament will feature a variety of fixtures, including the following:
- Weston-super-Mare vs. Grimsby; The sixth-tier side plays in League Two for the first time.
- Arsenal vs. Portsmouth; Premier League leaders head to Fratton Park.
- Manchester City vs. Exeter City; City hosts the League One club at the Etihad.
- Liverpool vs. Barnsley; The Reds face a third-tier challenge.
London Derbies
Fans can also anticipate several London derbies:
- Chelsea vs. Charlton; A competitive match between local rivals.
- West Ham vs. Queens Park Rangers; Another intense meeting in the capital.
- Fulham vs. Middlesbrough; The Cottagers take on Boro.
- Leeds vs. Derby County; A promising clash in the cup.
- Boreham Wood vs. Burton Albion; The only remaining non-league side takes on League One opponents.
Match Schedule
All matches are set to occur during the weekend of January 10, 2026. Notably, matches that end in a draw will not have replays this year. Instead, teams will compete in extra time, followed by a potential penalty shootout to determine the winner.
This year’s FA Cup promises excitement with its mix of lower-league teams and Premier League heavyweights, as fans eagerly await each encounter.
