When is the FA Cup fourth round draw? Everything you need to know with Arsenal ball number and more

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Arsenal are looking to book their place in the fourth round of the FA Cup, with rivals Manchester United standing in their way.

The Red Devils are the current holders of the trophy, while the Gunners have won the competition the most, putting two giant sides against one another.

It’s a huge tie for the third round of the competition, with the winner earning a place in the fourth round.

So with that said, here’s a look at everything you need to know about the fourth round draw for the FA Cup, including Arsenal’s ball number and more.

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When is the FA Cup fourth round draw?

The FA Cup fourth round draw will take place following the conclusion of Arsenal’s match against Manchester United on Sunday, January 12.

The time should be roughly 5pm (GMT), but will depend on whether the match is finished after 90 minutes or if it heads to extra time and penalties.

FA Cup ball numbers

The ball numbers for the FA Cup fourth round draw has been confirmed, with 32 teams set to be left in it once all matches are played.

• 1 Southampton or Swansea City
• 2 Arsenal or Manchester United
• 3 Exeter City
• 4 Leyton Orient or Derby County
• 5 Burnley
• 6 Aston Villa
• 7 Brighton & Hove Albion
• 8 Manchester City
• 9 Millwall or Dagenham & Redbridge
• 10 Liverpool
• 11 Wolverhampton Wanderers
• 12 Preston North End or Charlton Athletic
• 13 Chelsea
• 14 Blackburn Rovers
• 15 AFC Bournemouth
• 16 Mansfield Town or Wigan Athletic
• 17 Tamworth or Tottenham Hotspur
• 18 Hull City or Doncaster Rovers
• 19 Stoke City
• 20 Leicester City
• 21 Plymouth Argyle
• 22 Coventry City
• 23 Newcastle United or Bromley
• 24 Everton
• 25 Wycombe Wanderers
• 26 Birmingham City
• 27 Leeds United
• 28 Nottingham Forest
• 29 Cardiff City
• 30 Ipswich Town or Bristol Rovers
• 31 Fulham
• 32 Crystal Palace or Stockport County

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When are the FA Cup fourth round matches?

The FA Cup fourth round matches will be played from Saturday, February 8, 2025, onwards.

32 teams will be cut down to the final 16 in the following matches, slimming down the competition further.

Are there replays in the FA Cup fourth round?

No, there are no replays scheduled for the FA Cup fourth round, having been scrapped for this year’s competition.

If a match is level after 90 minutes, then it will go to extra time and penalties to be decided on the day.