The top two tiers of England's footballing pyramid flooded the nation's oldest competition as the 2024/25 FA Cup third round draw was made on Monday evening at Old Trafford. Reigning champions Manchester United begin the defence of their crown with a trip to serial FA Cup winners Arsenal.

The FA Cup third round draw has been made for 2024-25 with Arsenal, Manchester United, Chelsea and Liverpool’s opponents confirmed. The Gunners will host current holders United in a massive showdown, which resulted in audible gasps from the BBC studio when it was drawn.

The 20 Premier League teams are set to learn their opponents as they prepare to enter the FA Cup, with reigning champions Manchester United beginning their defence