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      When is the FA Cup third round draw? Date, FREE live stream, TV channel, ball numbers, fixtures and results

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      THE FA Cup third round draw sees Premier League sides and Championship teams join the pot of England’s oldest national football competition.Dating back to the 1871/72 season, the FA cup is open to every club in the country down to level nine of the English football league system – clubs at level 10 have the chance to stand-in for non-entries. The FA Cup trophy ahead of last season’s final between Manchester United and Manchester City.Credit: PAClubs compete through 12 randomly drawn rounds, leading to the semi-finals and the final – both played at Wembley. With no seeding involved, higher-level clubs including Prem teams enter the competition in round three entering.Ruben Amorim’s Manchester United are the defending champions, following a shock 2-1 victory over noisy neighbours Manchester City last season. Both finalists will be drawn in the third round.Bruno Fernandes lifts the FA Cup trophy after Manchester United beat rivals Manchester City.Credit: RexWhen is the FA Cup third round draw?The FA Cup third round draw is scheduled for Monday, December 2It is expected to get underway at 7pm GMT.Read more about football newsWhat TV channel is the FA Cup third round draw on and can it be live streamed for FREE?The draw will be shown LIVE on BBC TWO in the UK. Fans can stream the entire action for FREE on BBC iPlayer or the BBC Sport websiteSunSport will also have coverage of draw through our LIVE BLOGWhich Premier League teams are in the FA Cup third round draw?All 20 Premier League teams are entering the draw in the third round. Alongside the 24 teams competing in the Championship. What are the ball numbers for the FA Cup third round draw?Ball numbers will be confirmed closer to the time of the draw on Monday, December 2. Most read in FootballWhat are the FA cup second round fixtures?Here are the fixtures scheduled for the FA Cup second round:Friday 29 November Harrogate Town v. Gainsborough Trinity (Live on BBC Two) – 7.45pmSaturday 30 NovemberWealdstone v. Wycombe Wanderers (Live on ITV1, ITVX and STV) – 11.30am GMTAll matches below kick off at 3pm GMT Salford City v. Cheltenham TownWalsall v. Charlton AthleticExeter City v. ChesterfieldLeyton Orient v. Oldham AthleticBarnsley v. Bristol RoversAccrington Stanley v. Swindon TownCrawley Town v. Lincoln CityStevenage v. Mansfield TownPeterborough United v. Notts CountyStockport County v. Brackley TownMorecambe v. Bradford CityCambridge United v. Wigan AthleticSaturday 30 NovemberAFC Wimbledon v. Dagenham & Redbridge (Live on ITVX) – 7.15pm GMTSunday 1 DecemberREAD MORE SUN STORIESKettering Town v. Doncaster Rovers (Live on BBC Two) 12pm GMTBlackpool v. Birmingham City – 1pm GMTBurton Albion v. Tamworth – 2pm GMTReading v. Harborough Town – 2pm GMTSolihull Moors v. Bromley (Live on ITV1, ITVX and STV) – 3.15pm GMTThe winning and losing clubs will receive £75,000 and £25,000 respectively from the competition’s prize fund for the second round. More

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      Major rule change proposed to English football that would force two Premier League teams to find new owners

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      TWO Premier League clubs could be forced to find new owners if a proposed major rule change comes into effect.Labour politician Lord Bassam has argued that no club should be state-owned and “receive an operating license”.Manchester City were taken over by Sheikh Mansour in 2008Credit: PAThe Citizens have become one of the best teams in world footballCredit: AFPPIF took over from Mike Ashley at Newcastle in 2021Credit: The TimesBoth Manchester City and Newcastle United are currently under the control of the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabian Public Fund (PIF), respectively.Should Bassam’s proposal be passed into law, then owners would be required to sell their stakes in the clubs if they want to maintain their Premier League status.The proposal would aim to stop state-owned clubs being a threat to the competition and integrity of British football.The Times has reported that some clubs in the Prem have supported the proposal.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLHowever, it is claimed that legal and political obstacles would prevent it from being implemented.Man City were acquired by the UAE in 2008, which catapulted the club to new heights of success.Since the takeover, the club has won eight Prem titles, one Champions League and multiple domestic cup honours.Meanwhile, Newcastle were purchased by PIF from Milke Ashley in 2021.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThe new investment has seen the Magpies rise up the table away from mid-table and compete with the traditional big six.Newcastle have qualified for the Champions League and signed star players such as Bruno Guimaraes, Sven Botman and Alexander Isak.Pep Guardiola looks battered and bruised in interview after Feyenoord draw as fans ask ‘what’s happened in dressing room?’ Newcastle have added star players to their squad such as Alexander Isak and Bruno GuimaraesCredit: AFPMeanwhile, the Football Governance Bill was created by the Conservative Party before the General Election.The Labour Party have pushed through the bill in order to establish a regulator for football.The aims of the bill are to provide more protection to clubs to avoid the death of clubs such as Bury in 2020.What will happen to Man City?MAN CITY began the season as favourites to win the Premier League title yet again – but there is one elephant in the room that threatens to put the skids under the Etihad giants.Sunsport’s MARTIN LIPTON discusses what the next few months could hold with Head of Sport SHAUN CUSTIS….Custis: So the big question – will there be a resolution this season?Lipton: Yes…. probably! It will take at least a month to go through the evidence. So I suspect around March, April time, we will get a result. But that’s where it starts to get tricky.Custis: Why is that?Lipton: If the result is in City’s favour, that’s the end of the matter. They will be cleared. They will have no punishment to face.But if City are found guilty, these will be the heaviest penalties ever imposed by the Premier League.I suspect if they are found guilty, they will be expelled from the league or given a massive points deduction and a huge fine so that they’re not in the Premier League next season.Check out the full discussion on Man City’s future. More

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      West Ham vs Arsenal: Get £60 in football free bets and bonuses with William Hill

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      SATURDAY night football comes from the London Stadium as West Ham welcome a rejuvenated Arsenal.And brand new William Hill customers who register an account and stake a tenner on the game will be rewarded with a colossal £60 in free bets and bonuses to spend on football!Find The Sun’s betting publishing principles hereWest Ham vs Arsenal: Claim your £60 bonus – click here*How to claim..William Hill £60 bonusVisit the William Hill website on your mobile device HERE*Register a new account and deposit a minimum of £10 using the Promo Code: T60Place a bet of at least £10 from your main balance on football on the William Hill Sportsbook at odds of 1/2 or greaterAfter settlement – win or lose – William Hill will credit your account with £60 in free bets and bonusesWilliam Hill: Claim your £60 bonus – click here*West Ham vs Arsenal: Claim your £60 bonus – click here*Not got a William Hill account? No problem!It’s really easy to register an account and you can get your hands on that generous £60 in free bets and bonuses to spend on the footy!Simply register a new account and deposit a minimum of £10 using the Promo Code: T60After that, stake at least £10 from your main balance on football on the William Hill Sportsbook at odds of 1/2 or greater.After settlement — win or lose — William Hill will credit your account with £60 in free bets and bonuses to spend on football and in the casino!West Ham vs Arsenal: Claim your £60 bonus – click here*Remember to gamble responsiblyA responsible gambler is someone who:Establishes time and monetary limits before playingOnly gambles with money they can afford to loseNever chase their lossesDoesn’t gamble if they’re upset, angry, or depressedGamcare – www.gamcare.org.ukGamble Aware – www.gambleaware.orgFind our detailed guide on responsible gambling practices here.For help with a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 or go to www.gamstop.co.uk*18+. Play Safe. New players only, using promo code T60. Valid from 13/04/2022. Online play. Get £60 Bonus split between Vegas & Sports in the following manner – (i) Deposit £10 to unlock £20 Vegas Free Bet on Selected Games (72hr expiry, wagering reqs apply); then (ii) bet £10+ (odds 1/2+) with cash (excl. £10 deposit) or Vegas winnings (after wager reqs met). Once settled, receive £40 Sports Free Bets excluding Virtual Markets (4x £10, 7 days expiry). Payment methods & country restrictions apply. Full T&Cs apply. More

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      West Ham vs Arsenal: Get £40 in free bets and bonuses to spend with BetMGM

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      ARSENAL are looking to keep their good run of results going when making the short trip to West Ham on Saturday.Bookmakers BetMGM are offering brand new customers a cool £40 in free bets when you register an account and stake a tenner on the Premier League showdown.Find The Sun’s betting publishing principles hereHow to claim..BetMGM £40 welcome bonusVisit the BetMGM website HERE*Select SPORTS OFFER on the websiteRegister a new account – No Promo Code necessaryOpt in for this promotion by depositing and placing at least £10 on football at odds of Evens or greaterOnce that’s settled – win or lose – your account will be credited with £40 in free betsWest Ham vs Arsenal: Get £40 in free bets — claim yours here*Not got a BetMGM account? No problem!This offer is just for you, and it’s incredibly easy to claim!Simply register a new account, deposit and stake a minimum of £10 on football at odds of Evens (1/1) or greater. This must be done within seven days of opening your account with the bookmaker.Once that’s settled – win or lose – your account will be credited with £40 in free bets!West Ham vs Arsenal: Get £40 in free bets — claim yours here**New cust only. 7 days to opt in by placing a £10 qualifying bet at 1/1 (2.0) odds or greater to receive 4x Free Bets: 1 x £10 horse racing, 1 x £10 Bet Builder, 1 x £10 Acca and 1 x £10 football. 7 day expiry. Exclusions apply. Stake not returned. 18+. T&Cs apply.Remember to gamble responsiblyA responsible gambler is someone who:Establishes time and monetary limits before playingOnly gambles with money they can afford to loseNever chase their lossesDoesn’t gamble if they’re upset, angry, or depressedGamcare – www.gamcare.org.ukGamble Aware – www.gambleaware.orgFind our detailed guide on responsible gambling practices here.For help with a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 or go to www.gamstop.co.uk More

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      ‘I’ll keep this with me for the rest of my career’ – Ruben Amorim stunned by Man Utd fans’ ‘special’ gesture

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      RUBEN AMORIM revealed he’ll cherish a “special” gesture from Manchester United fans for the rest of his life.The Portuguese oversaw his first win as Red Devils boss on Thursday night as his troops ran out 3-2 winners over Bodo/Glimt in their Europa League clash at Old Trafford.Manchester United ran out 3-2 winners of Bodo/Glimt to secure Ruben Amorim’s first winCredit: GETTYThe Portuguese gaffer received an incredible reception from the Old Trafford faithfulCredit: GETTYAmorim was blown away by the reception he receivedCredit: GETTYHe received a raucous reception from the Theatre of Dreams faithful before and after the final whistle, something he’ll remember for the rest of his days.The 39-year-old – who admitted he is a “bit of a dreamer” himself when previously asked about his Man Utd prospects – told TNT Sports: “The first thing is that half of the stadium doesn’t really know me.”I came from Portugal and I have done nothing for this club yet, so the way they make me feel at home is so special.”It’s not after something, it’s before something. READ MORE ON AMORIM”This is something special and I will keep this to the end of my career.”Alejandro Garnacho lit the blue touch paper in the first minute before goals from Hakon Evjen and Philip Zinckernagel gave the visitors an unlikely lead.But a brace from Rasmus Hojlund either side of half time turned things around and saw Amorim pick up his first win since replacing Erik ten Hag in the Old Trafford dugout.Amorim said of the game: “Like a real ride, we started very well then we suffered two goals in two transitions.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSMan Utd ratings vs Bodo/Glimt“I liked the way the players continued to play our game.”I could feel the crowd when it was 2-1, sometimes we won the ball and we had problems in the past where we give the ball [away] too much.Ruben Amorim bizarrely SLAPS Man Utd stars in training as fans joke ‘I hope Luke Shaw doesn’t get injured'”So the mindset now is to keep the ball and sometimes they have to go forward, they are really trying but i think we deserved the win.”Of course, I see what everybody sees, good moments, difficult moments, some confusion in the end trying to hold the result.”But the lads did a great job, they ran, they pressed, they tried to do the things we worked on these three days and we won.”Manchester United will be back in action on Sunday afternoon, welcoming Everton to Old Trafford. More

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      Ruben Amorim’s bonkers second-half subs pay off as Man Utd see out win over Bodo/Glimt with very daring tactics

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      RUBEN AMORIM’S bonkers second-half substitutes paid off as Manchester United beat Bodo/Glimt.The Portuguese manager took charge of his first match at Old Trafford on Thrusday evening in the Europa League.Ruben Amorim’s substitutes paid off in his first home game as Manchester United managerCredit: GettyAmorim saw his team go to a back four out of possession with Luke Shaw and Casemiro as centre-backsCredit: TNT SPORTSCasemiro was able to pass the ball out of the back to help Man United keep control of the ballCredit: TNT SPORTSAmorim, 39, saw his team get off to another fast start as Alejandro Garnacho netted the opening goal in just 48 SECONDS.However, just like against Ipswich Town, Man United struggled to maintain the lead.The visitors hit back with goals from Hakon Evjen and former Nottingham Forest loanee Philip Zinckernagel to take the lead.Rasmus Hojlund netted an equaliser for the hosts in the 45th minute but Amorim still rang the changes in the second half.READ MORE ON MAN UTDDiogo Dalot replaced Tyrell Malacia at half-time to take up the spot on the left side of defence.After Hojlund netted the go-ahead goal in the 50th minute with a brilliant finish, Amorim made more changes to his backline.Luke Shaw replaced Lisandro Martinez and Casemiro was sent on in the place of Matthijs de Ligt.This left the Red Devils without a recognised centre-back on the pitch.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSOut of possession, the team switched to a back four of Dalot, Shaw, Casemiro and Noussair Mazraoui.The bonkers change worked for the side as it stifled the Eliteserien outfit’s attack.Ruben Amorim bizarrely SLAPS Man Utd stars in training as fans joke ‘I hope Luke Shaw doesn’t get injured’Man United were able to hold out to claim their first victory under Amorim and lift themselves to 12th in the Europa League league phase.Heat maps from after the match showed that the players were given unique roles.Martinez and Mazraoui could be seen bombing up and down the wings.Bruno Fernandes was used mostly on the left side of the attack, while Mason Mount had the responsibility of the right side.Meanwhile, despite scoring a vital brace, Amorim decided to criticise Hojlund after the game.The manager insisted that the striker “needs to improve” and claimed that he was taking “too many” touches on the ball.READ MORE SUN STORIESAmorim also made a bold decision before the match as he slashed two names off his team-sheet.He opted to only name ten substitutes on the bench despite being allowed 12.Man Utd ratings vs Bodo/Glimt More

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      Fans spot Frank Lampard do his trademark face change as clip of his first day at Coventry training emerges

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      FANS have spotted Frank Lampard doing his trademark face change during his first day at Coventry City.The Chelsea legend was appointed as the Championship club’s new manager on Thursday.Frank Lampard was all smiles during his first training session as Coventry City managerCredit: Coventry CityBut he went serious as he got his players to start the sessionCredit: Coventry CityLampard, 46, has signed a two-and-a-half-year contract with the club and is the replacement for Mark Robins.The manager was quickly down to work as he took his first training session after his announcement.However, fans have spotted him doing his trademark face change after the club released a clip of the session.Lampard smiled as he said, “Let’s go,” to his new players before turning serious and jogging off.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLFans loved seeing the moment captured so quickly on camera as they reacted on social media.One posted: “How long until the first Lampardian face transition as Coventry boss? I’m going for 3 weeks. Nope 15 seconds.”A second wrote: “Already happened.”A third commented: “15 seconds in. Vintage.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSA fourth said: “Back at it like he never left. Majestic.”Another added: “Haha I love it.”Inside Frank Lampard’s superstitious routine as new Coventry boss’ success could depend on Chelsea legend’s DOGThe Sky Blues have stuttered out of the blocks this season as they are currently 17th in the Championship.Lampard’s first game will come on Saturday as Coventry host Cardiff City at the Coventry Building Society Arena.One fixture to get in the diary will be on December 26 as Lampard will come face to face with former England team-mate Wayne Rooney.The Sky Blues will host Rooney’s Plymouth Argyle on Boxing Day, which will reunite the two Premier League legends.Frank Lampard’s managerial recordHere’s a look at Lampard’s record as a manager…Derby County May 2018 – July 2019P57 W24 D17 L16 Win percentage 42.1%Chelsea July 2019 – January 2021P84 W44 D17 L23 Win percentage 52.4%Everton January 2022 – January 2023P44 W12 D17 L24 Win percentage 27.3%Chelsea (caretaker) April 2023 – May 2023P11 W1 D2 L8 Win percentage 9.1%Overall: P288 W132 D72 L16 Win Percentage 45.83% More

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      Gainsborough’s own Jamie Vardy swapped Hollywood for non-league and hopes to land dream FA Cup tie with DONCASTER ROVERS

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      GAINSBOROUGH TRINITY’S very own Jamie Vardy may have swapped Hollywood for non-league but is still desperate to see his name up in lights on the big screen tonight.Only it is Doncaster Rovers rather than Manchester United or Arsenal that striker Declan Howe, 26, is dreaming about facing in the FA Cup third round.Dec Howe is hoping to shine on the big screen against HarrogateCredit: Heather King PhotographyPitchingIn Northern Premier League Trinity, the lowest-ranked team left in the competition, are into the second round for the first time in 72 years and head to Harrogate Town.And they go into their clash with the League Two outfit full of confidence – particularly hotshot Howe.The ace, a sales consultant by day, moved to the Kal Group Stadium last September with the club down the bottom.However, his 21 goals helped them to finish eighth and secured him the golden boot and he is already on 18 this term.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLBut his scoring exploits are a far cry from his days swanning about alongside movie stars after moving to live with his brother, who is now a manager of team operations at LA Galaxy II, in California to coach football.He told SunSport: “I went over there just as I was turning 21 and spent a couple of years in California coaching.“You’d see a few famous people about and if you went over to Hollywood then you’d see some faces.“I remember seeing Adam Sandler at an LA Lakers basketball game, which was a bit surreal.Most read in FA CupFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS“I had to come back every year to renew my visa, but in 2020 the embassy was shut because of Covid when I came home and that was the main reason I never went back out.“Then I got back into football and rediscovered my love for it again, started scoring goals and it’s taken off from there.”Ex-PE teacher deemed ‘too small’ eyeing legendary third promotion at Harrogate Town after help from former England bossHowe was on the books of both Scunthorpe United and Doncaster, where he grew up, as a YTS before being released and dipping his toe into non-league and then heading Stateside.Despite leaving the glitz and glamour of Tinsel Town, Howe has now become a star in his own right at Trinity following spells at Staveley MW, Darlington, Cleethorpes Town, Alfreton and Ilkeston.And while he knows not even Hollywood’s boldest writers could get away with a story that ended in Trinity going all the way to Wembley, he still could.Eliminated Ashford United’s Gary Lockyer, on ten, tops the race for the Mitre Golden Ball as top scorer in the FA Cup.But Howe, currently on eight, knows a hat-trick on Friday would see him surpass that tally and put him in pole position to collect his award and land a VIP day out at the final in May.He said: “That would be lovely. I’ve spoken to a couple of people related to the Mitre Golden Ball award and they mentioned how last year a trip to Wembley was involved. So it’s definitely an aim for me to try and be at the top of those goalscoring charts.“We all wanted the TV fixture for the great exposure. There’ll be a lot of people watching with it being on a Friday night and family and friends who weren’t able to get a ticket will be able to tune in.“We can’t let any of that get to us, it’s just got to be a normal day at the office and go out to try and get out there.The hotshot is dreaming of a Doncaster FA Cup tie in the third roundCredit: Heather King Photography“It’s been a long time since we reached the third round and it’s a great opportunity to put our names in the history books of the club.”However, rather than one of the giants, Howe would be just as happy to land Doncaster, the team he used to watch from the stands, in the next round if they get past Harrogate. He said: “I was surprised we didn’t get them in this round with both names still being in the hat. All my friends are Doncaster supporters and they were convinced that it was destined to happen.“Obviously if you get through you want a Premier League team, but if it isn’t then Doncaster would be a nice one.”And it is not just his goals that have made him a huge hit with supporters. His tireless running and work-rate has also seen him being compared by fans to Vardy.The Leicester legend, 37, went from non-league to Premier League and FA Cup winner in his own fairytale story.And Howe admits he has still not given up on his dream of turning pro – and he knows there is no better stage than to show what he’s capable of than in front of the cameras later.He added: “At the start of the season I said to my girlfriend that promotion was obviously the target but the one thing I’d always wanted to have was a nice FA Cup run and here we are.“Growing up it was every kid’s dream to be pro and I think that it is maybe getting a bit more reachable to myself now.I’ve definitely been thinking over the past couple of years that is where I want to end up and you never know.READ MORE SUN STORIES“Jamie Vardy himself didn’t breakthrough as a pro until late and he’s had an incredible career since and that is still a huge ambition of mine.“The Hollywood script ending for me and the club would be a dream. You just never know what’s in store.”Who are these famous footballers? More