Is the FA Cup on TV tonight? Fourth Round schedule and ITV channel details
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- The FA Cup returns for fourth round action tonight.
- ITV has confirmed the broadcast time and details.
- But how can you watch it?
The magic of the FA Cup returns this weekend and you might be wondering how to watch it. ITV and BBC split the broadcast rights for the competition.
The action kicks off at Old Trafford as Manchester United host Leicester City. The TV schedule has been confirmed.
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Hide AdITV viewers are also advised that there will be a change-up to soaps this evening. Here’s all you need to know:
Is the FA Cup on TV tonight?
The fourth round kicks off tonight (February 7) with Manchester United hosting Leicester City in an all Premier League clash. It is one of the matches that has been selected for live TV coverage by the broadcasters.
Which channel is the FA Cup on TV tonight?
The match at Old Trafford will be live on ITV - who split the broadcast of FA Cup with BBC currently. Viewers can also watch it on ITVX, but be warned there is a slight delay when streaming live events on the service.
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Manchester United vs Leicester City will kick off at 8pm tonight, but ITV’s broadcast will start earlier than that. Coverage will begin at 7.30pm and include plenty of build up to the match.
The broadcast is scheduled to run until 10.20pm - and it marks the second night in a row that live football has been on ITV, following the Carabao Cup semi-final last night (February 6). Other matches will be live throughout the weekend.
Do you need a TV licence to watch the FA Cup?
If you want to watch live sports - or any live TV - you require a TV licence. On its website, TV licensing warns: “You could be prosecuted if we find that you have been watching, recording or downloading programmes illegally. The maximum penalty is a £1,000* fine plus any legal costs and/or compensation you may be ordered to pay.”
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