FA Cup Highlights on TV: Where to Watch Every Goal and Key Moment This Season
Introduction: The FA Cup Returns to Our Screens
The 2025-26 FA Cup has delivered dramatic moments, stunning upsets, and unforgettable goals, making it essential viewing for football fans. The Premier League’s 20 teams entered the fold for the third round of the 2025-26 FA Cup tournament, which began Friday, January 9 and runs through the weekend into Monday. With comprehensive television coverage and multiple streaming options, supporters can access highlights and live action across various platforms.
Where to Watch FA Cup Highlights in the United States
ESPN is the holder of US media rights for the FA Cup through 2028. The agreement will bring 79 FA Cup matches exclusively to ESPN+. American viewers can stream matches through ESPN+, with select fixtures also available on ESPN Select. FuboTV subscribers also have access to FA Cup coverage, providing alternative viewing options for fans across the country.
UK Broadcasting: TNT Sports and Discovery+
For British audiences, 22 matches available for fans to watch live during the third round alone. The draw will be available to stream live on TNT Sports YouTube channel for free, whilst matches are broadcast across TNT Sports channels and discovery+. Those involved in television broadcast selections on linear channels will receive an additional £80,000, and the fee for clubs participating in the matches streamed on discovery+ only is £40,000, demonstrating the significant investment in comprehensive coverage.
Recent Highlights and Memorable Moments
The third round has already produced extraordinary drama. Macclesfield — not Macclesfield Town — are a National League North side managed by John Rooney, the younger brother of Everton and Manchester United hero Wayne Rooney. They’ve already scored what is being hailed as the biggest shock in FA Cup history by holding on to beat Crystal Palace 2-1 early Saturday. Meanwhile, Manchester City shows no mercy, scoring ten goals, two of which were own goals by Exeter, and advances to the next round of the FA Cup.
Conclusion: The Magic of the FA Cup Continues
The FA Cup fourth round draw is scheduled for Monday January 12, 2026, with matches taking place on the weekend of February 14 and 15, 2026. Whether you’re watching live or catching up on highlights, the breadth of coverage ensures no fan misses the tournament’s defining moments. The final will be played at Wembley Stadium, London, on 16 May 2026, with the road to glory promising more spectacular football for viewers worldwide.