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      Wayne Rooney in classy gesture to Plymouth coach after FA Cup giant-killing just weeks after he’s axed

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      WAYNE ROONEY made a classy gesture after former side Plymouth Argyle’s 1-0 FA Cup upset of Brentford yesterday.The Pilgrims, who had not won away from home all season, stunned the Bees courtesy of Morgan Whittaker’s 82nd minute goal.Wayne Rooney was axed as Argyle boss last monthCredit: GettyKevin Nancekivell has been in caretaker chargeCredit: GettyMorgan Whittaker celebrates bagging Argyle’s brilliant winnerCredit: RexRooney was axed on New Year’s Eve with his side sitting bottom of the Championship.But the Manchester United legend clearly holds no hard feelings towards Argyle.Since Rooney’s departure, Kevin Nancekivell has been in caretaker charge alongside club captain Joe Edwards.Devon-born Nancekivell, 53, briefly represented Argyle during his playing days and has worked in a variety of different coaching roles at Home Park since landing a job in the club’s academy 20 years ago.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLNancekivell made up part of Rooney’s coaching staff during the first half of the season.And while Mike Phelan and Simon Ireland departed alongside Rooney, Nancekivell stayed put.After masterminding yesterday’s result, the Argyle caretaker was encouraged to soak up the adulation of the fans by midfielder Darko Gyabi.Nancekivell duly obliged, fist pumping towards the travelling supporters and screaming in delight.Most read in FA CupBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSWayne Rooney congratulated Nancekivell and ArgyleCredit: Instagram @waynerooneyArgyle subsequently posted a video clip of Nancekivell’s celebration.And Rooney reposted it to his own Instagram Story, writing: “So happy for this man. Legend.”Inside Wayne Rooney’s woeful spell at Plymouth as Manchester United legend AXEDThe 39-year-old’s gesture did not go unnoticed by Argyle supporters online.One wrote on X: “Fair play to him for that touch of class.”While a second commented: “Very classy from WR.”A third said: “Just shows he did care about the club.”And another added: “What a guy Rooney is isn’t he.”A FRESH STARTYesterday’s game was Nancekivell’s last in caretaker charge, having also earned draws with Bristol City and Stoke.On Friday, Argyle confirmed the appointment of Miron Muslic as Rooney’s successor.The Austrian-Bosnian boss, 42, last managed Belgian side Cercle Brugge, and watched on at the Gtech Community Stadium alongside owner Simon Hallett.READ MORE SUN STORIESArgyle have confirmed that Nancekivell will remain as part of Muslic’s first team staff.Rooney, meanwhile, is set to take training sessions in Dubai after teaming up with holiday company Football Escapes.Miron Muslic watched on at the Gtech Community StadiumCredit: Getty More

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      FA Cup 4th round draw LIVE: Latest updates and start time as Chelsea, Liverpool and Arsenal or Man Utd await fate

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      THE FA Cup fourth round draw will take place TODAY – and some huge names are in the hat.Premier League giants Liverpool and Chelsea progressed to the next stage with comfortable wins over Accrington Stanley and Morecambe respectively.Brentford won’t be in the hat after they bowed out in the third round after Championship strugglers Plymouth stunned the footballing world with a 1-0 victory at the Gtech Community Stadium on Saturday.Earlier today, Tottenham avoided a huge upset at Tamworth, but Spurs did need extra-time to progress to the next stage.The draw for the FA Cup fourth round will take place following the conclusion of the glamour tie between Arsenal and Manchester United this afternoon.FOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSFollow our live blog below…Making his MarkTwo Premier League stalwarts will pick the ties out of the hat following the conclusion of Arsenal vs Man Utd. Martin Keown and Mark Schwarzer will join host Kelly Somers to draw out the 4th round matches.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedHalf-time reportJust one goalless contest across our four FA Cup games, with Arsenal being held by Man Utd.Gabriel Martinelli had a goal correctly ruled out for offside in what was otherwise a drab opening 45 minutes at the Emirates. Elsewhere, Ipswich are running away with it against Bristol Rovers, Bromley are holding Newcastle, and Palace lead Stockport.Arsenal 0-0 Man UtdNewcastle 1-1 BromleyCrystal Palace 1-0 StockportIpswich 3-0 Bristol RoversCredit: GettyCopy linkCopiedStill to comeThe FA Cup third-round weekend is a marathon event these days.Even once the four matches we’ve currently got on the go are over, there are still two left.Southampton take on Swansea City from 4.30pm this afternoon, with the draw taking place around 30 minutes after KO at St Marys.Tomorrow night, the lowest-ranked team remaining in the competition – Dagenham & Redbridge – face Millwall.Credit: AlamyCopy linkCopiedKalvin on targetIpswich have raced into a 2-0 goal lead against Bristol Rovers.Ex-England man Kalvin Phillips has been underwhelming since arriving at Portman Road on loan in the summer.But he’s finally broken his long scoring drought – netting a first goal from open play since 2022. Should the Tractor Boys hold on, they’ll be ball number 30 in the draw.Credit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedAround the groundsBromley’s lead didn’t last long as Toon click into gear, with teenager Lewis Miley equalising for Newcastle.At the Emirates, Gabriel Martinelli has the ball in the net for Arsenal – but is denied by the linesman’s flag. No VAR today, remember. Arsenal 0-0 Man UtdNewcastle 1-1 BromleyCrystal Palace 1-0 StockportIpswich 1-0 Bristol RoversCredit: EPACopy linkCopiedShock alert!What a start for L2 side Bromley in the North East.Cameron Congreve picks up the ball 25 yards out and bends a brilliant strike past Newcastle keeper Martin Dubravka.Outrageous scenes in the away end. Bromley or Newcastle will be ball number 23 in this evening’s draw. Credit: PACopy linkCopiedSuper SundayFour FA Cup ties have just kicked off, with last year’s winners Man Utd taking on Arsenal. Crystal Palace host League One high-fliers Stockport, Ipswich welcome Bristol Rovers, and League Two Bromley are up against Newcastle.In Tamworth, Spurs have added a third through Brennan Johnson. It’s job done for Ange’s men – but that was quite a scare.Copy linkCopiedProving their WorthIt’s been a brave effort from fifth-tier Tamworth, but their FA Cup adventure looks close to the end. Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou brought on the big guns after his side laboured to a 0-0 draw in normal time.Dejan Kulusevski and Son Heung-min have just combined to make it 2-0 to Spurs with just minutes remaining. Credit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedHull of a result Championship strugglers Hull City are OUT of the FA Cup. Over at the MKM Stadium, League Two Doncaster have won 5-4 on penalties after a 1-1 draw. Harry Clifton hit the winner from the spot, dumping the Tigers out.Doncaster will now take No. 18 in tonight’s draw. It’s the first time Rovers have reached R4 since 2021.Credit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedOn the ballHere are the remaining 16 ball numbers going into the draw later on.Tamworth currently trail Tottenham 0-1 after defender Nathan Tshikuna bundled into his own net during extra time.While on Humberside, Hull and Doncaster are locked in a penalty shootout. 17 Tamworth or Tottenham Hotspur18 Hull City or Doncaster Rovers19 Stoke City20 Leicester City21 Plymouth Argyle22 Coventry City23 Newcastle United or Bromley24 Everton25 Wycombe Wanderers26 Birmingham City27 Leeds United28 Nottingham Forest29 Cardiff City30 Ipswich Town or Bristol Rovers31 Fulham32 Crystal Palace or Stockport CountyCredit: GettyCopy linkCopiedPot luckHere are those all-important ball numbers for this evening’s draw.Things will start just after 5pm – unless Man Utd’s match with Arsenal goes to extra time. The first 16 – 1 Southampton or Swansea City2 Arsenal or Manchester United3 Exeter City4 Leyton Orient or Derby County5 Burnley6 Aston Villa7 Brighton & Hove Albion8 Manchester City9 Millwall or Dagenham & Redbridge10 Liverpool11 Wolverhampton Wanderers12 Preston North End or Charlton Athletic13 Chelsea14 Blackburn Rovers15 AFC Bournemouth16 Mansfield Town or Wigan AthleticCredit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedDraw daySay what you like about the FA Cup, but it still has the ability to work its magic.After a day of drama on Saturday, it was Tamworth’s turn to shock the world as they held Tottenham to a 0-0 stalemate on Sunday afternoon.That game is still going on, with Spurs looking to avoid an embarrassing loss in extra time.We’ve got defending champions Man Utd visiting Arsenal from 3pm, with the draw for the FA Cup 4th round coming up straight after that game in North London.There are 16 ties to draw out the hat – not long to wait now.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopied More

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      FA Cup LIVE SCORES: Newcastle vs Bromley updates plus latest from Palace vs Stockport as Spurs survive Tamworth scare

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      THE FA Cup third round has produced some huge upsets so far – and plenty more could be on the cards today. Tamworth, who are the lowest-ranked side left in the iconic competition, took Premier League giants Tottenham to extra-time in the lunchtime kick-off – but Spurs prevailed with a 3-0 win.SunSport will bring you the very latest from all of today’s FA Cup third round ties, including high-flying Newcastle’s clash with League Two Bromley.FOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSFollow our live blog below…View from SunSport’s Graham Nickless at St Mary’sStruggling Saints stunned their fans by not naming one striker in their line-up against Championship side Swansea. The Premier League’s bottom club, with one win to their name, made two changes from the side thumped 5-0 at home by Brentford. Swans made four changes from their 1-1 draw with West Brom giving goalkeeper Jon McLaughlin his first start between the sticks. Top scorer Liam Cullen was left on the bench alongside Zan Vipotnik who became a dad yesterday morning.Copy linkCopiedHT: Arsenal 0-0 Man UtdNothing to separate the sides in North London.Despite seeing so much of the ball, The Gunners have failed to register a single shot on target so far.Losing Jesus to injury and Odegaard struggling also, it is not going according to plan for Mikel Arteta.Copy linkCopiedHT: Newcastle 1-1 BromleyIt has been quite an even half in terms of chances.The visitors took a surprise lead with a superb strike from Congreve beating Dubravka in The Magpies’ goal.Miley followed suit with a good shot from distance himself to draw his side level, but neither side have been able to create much in the way of clear-cut chances.Copy linkCopiedHT: Ipswich 3-0 Bristol RoversIt has been a comfortable first-half for the hosts.They are in complete control of the tie and seem destined to head into round four.It would take something special from the visitors to change the outcome of the game.Copy linkCopiedView from SunSport’s Jordan Davies at The EmiratesArsenal surely now must spend some cash in this market to bring in a wide forward with Gabriel Jesus’ injury looking a bad one as he was carried off on a stretcher.And with Raheem Sterling on – only just back from injury himself – Mikel Arteta has now tried FIVE different players to fill in for the stricken Bukayo Saka on the right wing (Martinelli, Trossard, Nwaneri, Jesus, Sterling – and two of those are injured!).Copy linkCopiedHT: Crystal Palace 1-0 StockportThe Eagles lead as a result of Eze’s superb early strike.However, it is the only shot on target the hosts have registered in the game so far.It is in fact the visitors who are creating more and will feel hard done by to go into the break behind.Copy linkCopiedView from SunSport’s Tom Barclay at Selhurst ParkPalace take a slender lead into the break courtesy of that Eberechie Eze early opener.But Stockport, who were unhappy with ref Stuart Attwell for not allowing their corner to be taken when blowing up for half-time, have responded well to the setback.Even more so when you consider they have had less than 20 per cent of possession.Decent atmosphere here too, with the Palace fanatics in the Holmesdale Road Stand bouncing as usual and County’s contingent making themselves known too.England stars Phil Foden and Taylor Harwood-Bellis would be proud of their boyhood club.Copy linkCopiedArsenal 0-0 Man Utd45+3. Martinez is penalised for a foul on Odegaard.He came through the player to get a touch on the ball, risky business having already received a booking.The Norwegian takes the free-kick and sends it sailing over the crossbar.Credit: PACopy linkCopiedView from SunSport’s Charlie Wyett at The EmiratesUnited, after being outplayed at the start, have really grown into this game and you can see why Bruno Fernandes was angry with ref Andy Madley for not awarding a foul after the challenge from Gabriel Jesus. Fernandes was cautioned for throwing his boot on the floor in disgust and he must try and avoid a red card. Yet another one.Copy linkCopiedView from SunSport’s Tom Barclay at Selhurst ParkIt took Eberechi Eze just four minutes to break the deadlock here.And the England star has been running the show since.Stockport have actually responded pretty well to going behind, given they are on a run of one win in seven games.But it feels as if all it will take is Eze turning it on again for a moment and this game will be over.Copy linkCopiedArsenal 0-0 Man Utd41. It turns into something of a comedy sketch at The Emirates.Jesus clatters into Fernandes, who is raging that the referee does not give a foul in his favour.So much so, he throws his boot down the pitch like a toddler having a tantrum.The referee shows him a yellow card after the second time of doing it.Arsenal’s attacker is carried off on a stretcher, having seemed to injure himself in the process.Sterling comes on to replace him.Copy linkCopiedIpswich 3-0 Bristol Rovers40. It looks like the hosts will be in that fourth round draw now.The Rovers’ defence goes to sleep as the ball comes through to Taylor on the edge of the box.He is able to take a touch to steady himself before drilling home.The replay shows he was a mile offside but there is no VAR in the third round of the FA Cup.Copy linkCopiedGoal – Jack Taylor (Ipswich Town)Copy linkCopiedArsenal 0-0 Man Utd35. Garnacho breaks down the left and looks up for some support in the penalty area.Obviously there is none, as Hojlund is playing up top and he spends less time in the opponent’s box than any striker in the top-flight.The Argentine is forced to shoot from a tight angle and it makes for a simple save for Raya.Copy linkCopiedNewcastle 1-1 Bromley23. As you would expect, The Magpies are dominating possession.Despite having 83% of the ball in the game so far, they have only managed a single shot on target, much like the visitors.It seems only fair, with that in mind, that this match is locked in a stalemate.Credit: PACopy linkCopiedArsenal 0-0 Man Utd28. The home fans get all excited as The Gunners force a corner.Arsenal’s reliance on set-pieces now has turned them into a North London Wimbledon of old.On this occasion, the Red Devils manage to clear their lines.Copy linkCopiedIpswich 2-0 Bristol Rovers24. Al-Hamadi tries a shot but it is well blocked.However, the ball ricochets into the path of Clarke, who has the simple task of slotting home.The Tractor Boys are in complete control in the game now.Copy linkCopiedGoal – Jack Clarke (Ipswich Town)Copy linkCopiedArsenal 0-0 Man Utd 24. The Gunners are raging after having a goal disallowed.Martinelli slotted home before the assistant raised their flag for offside.Despite knowing there is no VAR in this round, the Arsenal players and manager surround the referee claiming it came off a Man Utd player.Credit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedIpswich 1-0 Bristol Rovers18. Some great goals going in this afternoon.The Man City loanee bends one in the far corner from about twenty-five yards out to get Portman Road bouncing.What a strike!Copy linkCopiedGoal – Kalvin Phillips (Ipswich Town)Copy linkCopiedNewcastle 1-1 Bromley16. Normal service is resumed very quickly at St James’ Park.Superb strike from the youngster that most keepers in Europe would struggle to keep out.Early nerves are put to bed by that equaliser.Copy linkCopiedGoal – Lewis Miley (Newcastle)Copy linkCopiedNewcastle 0-1 Bromley8. Well this was not part of the script at St James’ Park.From twenty yards out, Congreve strikes an effort that Dubravka cannot keep out.He silences the home faithful with that stunner.Copy linkCopiedGoal – Cameron Congreve (Bromley)Copy linkCopied More

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      Tamworth 0 Tottenham 0 (aet 0-3): Spurs sneak past brave non-league minnows 96 places below them after extra-time goals

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      TOTTENHAM needed an own goal in extra-time to spare their FA Cup blushes at non-league Tamworth.Spurs boss Ange Postecoglou saw his side struggle to make an impact at the Lambs’ tight ground – with the home fans breathing down their necks.An unfortunate own goal opened the floodgatesCredit: GettyDejan Kulusevski doubled Spurs’ leadCredit: GettyThe non-league outfit went toe-to-toe with Spurs for 90 minutesCredit: GettyBut with a full-strength squad on show in Staffordshire, this was a display that verged on the embarrassing before the Tottenham boss brought his big guns off the bench.Dejan Kulusevski and Brennan Johnson added to their extra-time 101st minute opener, which was an own goal by Tamworth’s Nathan Tshikuna.Sure, Spurs made it through to the fourth round – but it was anything but convincing during 90 minutes – and they were hanging on at the end of normal time with keeper Antonin Kinsky making two key saves.Tamworth took the Premier League side to extra-time – an achievement in itself and an indication of a distinctly average Tottenham display.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLSpurs finally broke the deadlock when Pedro Porro’s free-kick found Johnson and his cross went on off sub Tshikuna’s knee.Tottenham could control the game after that and they added number two in the second-half of extra-time when Kulusevski fired home.The pair had come off the bench for the added half hour and their presence proved a step too far for an impressive Tamworth defence.Johnson made it three with two minutes left to give the final scoreline a more credible look.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSTamworth forced Antonin Kinsky into action several timesCredit: RexSpurs can breathe a huge sigh of reliefCredit: ReutersBut the biggest day in the Lambs’ history started with them needing to mend a hole in the net.The comical episode ended with a joint effort from the Tamworth duo of Jordan Cullinane-Liburd and Beck-Ray Enoru.Why Daniel Levy will be fed PIE & CHIPS with Tottenham in for FA Cup shock at part-time TamworthBut the wait did not seem to have any effect on Tamworth’s nervesIt was Enoru who ended up making sure the net was sealed – and a minute later, he brought a sharp save by Tottenham’s new fan favourite Kinsky.There may be five divisions between the two teams – but Spurs did not appear comfortable on the plastic pitch.Tottenham skipper James Maddison looked like the man most likely to break the deadlock – but he was denied time and again by Tamworth keeper Jas Singh.Enoru was causing problems for Spurs on the left but skipper Ben Milnes had to make a crucial block on the line.The talk before the game was that Tottenham may not fancy this tie – with the Portakabin changing rooms and apartisan crowd.And Timo Werner’s quiet first-half seemed to reflect that.But he had two chances to open the scoring after the break.Werner had a header cleared off the line by Hadyn Hollis – but he should have done better when a mix-up at the back presented him with a chance, but Singh spread himself well to keep Tamworth in the tie.Postecoglou brought Dominic Solanke off the bench with 22 minutes to try and make the breakthrough.The fact that Tamworth had got that far into the game on level terms was a sign of Tottenham’s anxiety as they became increasingly desperate to kill off a game that had been expected to win with ease.Lambs boss Andy Peaks sent on two subs with 10 minutes left – Alex Fletcher and Kai Williams. Long throw specialist Tom Tonks was subbed with five minutes left.But the 90 minutes ended with Tamworth fans taunting Postecoglou with chants of “You’re getting sacked in the morning”.It was a rare goalless draw in 90 minutes for Spurs.READ MORE SUN STORIESPostecoglou reacted by bringing on more key men in the shape of Son and Kulusevski – which was credit to Tamworth’s outstanding performance.And it had the desired effect, but Spurs could easily have been on the wrong end of an upset.Kick-off was delayed due to a hole in the net as player and Zara shop assistant Beck-Ray Enoru fixing the issueCredit: ITV More

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      ‘What a weekend he’s having’ say fans as Tamworth GK Jas Singh puts on stunning performance hours after birth of his son

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      JAS SINGH was the toast of footie fans for his incredible display in Tamworth Town’s FA Cup third-round clash Tottenham.The 34-year-old goalkeeper was between the sticks for the National League side just hours after his partner gave BIRTH.Tamworth Town keeper Jas Singh revealed his partner had given birth to his son just hours before their Fa Cup clash with TottenhamCredit: X @itvfootballThe 34-year-old building surveyor produced a series of incredible displays in the matchCredit: AlamyFootie fans took to social media to hail Singh for his stellar showingCredit: RexBut the building surveyor produced a series of incredible saves to help The Lambs take the Premier League big boys to extra time.His stunning denial of Timo Werner in the 64th minute was the pick of the bunch and received heaps of praise from footie fans.One said of Singh on X: “What a weekend he’s having.”Another said: “What a special weekend for Jas Singh, celebrating both a new arrival and football success!”READ MORE ON TAMWORTHAnd another said: “Jas Singh is a hero.”One remarked: “Jas Singh having an all-timer of a match here.”Another chimed in: “Jas Singh has been fantastic in goal for Tamworth.”Representing the South Asian community.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSSingh stunned TV viewers in a pre-match interview by revealing his other half had welcomed a son into the world just hours before kick-off.He told ITV: “My partner gave birth to my son last night. So, hopefully, they’re watching in hospital ths morning.”Tamworth vs Tottenham kick-off DELAYED as players get piggyback to tape up net after spotting hole in goalReflecting on the magnitude of the tie, he said: “It’s surreal, really. It’s a historic day for everyone involved.” And hopefully the players can do it justice and put in a performance.”It’s only a good day for us players if we put in a performance.”We said that against Huddersfield, we said that against Burton. “We don’t want to come here and get turned over.”We want to enjoy ourselves by giving them a good game and have them walk off the pitch knowing they’ve had a great game.”READ MORE SUN STORIESTamworth’s incredible resistance was broken in extra-time.An own goal from Nathan Tshikuna and strikes from Dejan Kulusevski and Brenann Johnson spared the visitors’ blushes and handed them a 3-0 win. More

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      Why are Man Utd not wearing their home shirts against Arsenal in the FA Cup?

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are not wearing their traditional red colours against Arsenal today.But that is despite the Gunners NOT using their usual red home kit.Man Utd are wearing their dark blue shirtsCredit: GettyWhile Arsenal are all in whiteCredit: GettyArsenal vs Man Utd LIVEWhy are Man Utd not wearing their home shirt?As has been the case in the FA Cup third round over the past three seasons, the Gunners are instead going to play in an all-white kit produced by kit suppliers adidas.The special edition shirt is the regular home kit but with every aspect in white with a black outline for the Arsenal badge and numbers as part of of the club’s No More Red campaign to raise awareness of knife crime and youth violence in the capital.Last season, Liverpool defeated Arsenal in the FA Cup third round at the Emirates.Liverpool wore purple at the Emirates last seasonCredit: GettyAnd instead of wearing their red home colours, the Merseysiders wore their purple third choice kit in a show for solidarity for Arsenal’s No More Red campaign.United wore their dark blue away shirts at the Emirates for the 2-0 Premier League loss in December with the Gunners in their home red that night, and the club have confirmed they will wear blue again today.Arsenal v Man Utd FA Cup historyAFTER drawing each other in the third round of the FA Cup, it will be the 17th time Arsenal and Manchester United have faced off in the competition.They previously met in the 1997 and 2005 finals, both won by Arsenal.The last match came in 2019, which was won by United.Overall Arsenal have six wins while United have eight, while they share two draws.United’s tally of 22 goals is also superior to Arsenal’s 20 in these games.Wayne Rooney is the top scorer in the fixture, with three of his goals against the North London side coming in the FA Cup.Bukayo Saka leads Arsenal’s tally at the moment with six goals, though these have all been in the Premier League.The Gunners and adidas do not make the white shirt available for fans to buy.Instead, the club award versions to individuals who are making a positive difference in the local community and the campaign has also previously raised funds for investment in youth facilities in Islington.Most read in FA CupWhat FA Cup third round games are on TV?Thursday, January 97pm – Sheffield United vs Cardiff City (BBC Wales)7.45pm – Everton vs Peterborough United (BBC iPlayer)7.45pm – Fulham vs WatfordFriday, January 107.45pm – Wycombe Wanderers vs Portsmouth8pm – Aston Villa vs West Ham United (ITV1, ITVX and STV)Saturday, January 1112pmBristol City vs Wolverhampton WanderersBirmingham City vs Lincoln CityMiddlesbrough vs Blackburn Rovers12.15pmLiverpool vs Accrington Stanley (ITV1, ITVX and STV)3pmExeter City vs Oxford UnitedPreston North End vs Charlton AthleticAFC Bournemouth vs West Bromwich AlbionReading vs BurnleySunderland vs Stoke CityNottingham Forest vs Luton TownBrentford vs Plymouth ArgyleNorwich City vs Brighton & Hove AlbionChelsea vs Morecambe (BBC Extended Highlights)Leicester City vs Queens Park Rangers (BBC Extended Highlights)5.45pmMan City vs Salford City (BBC One and iPlayer)Leeds United vs Harrogate Town (BBC iPlayer)6pmLeyton Orient vs Derby CountyCoventry City vs Sheffield WednesdayMansfield Town vs Wigan AthleticSunday, January 1212pmHull City vs Doncaster Rovers12.30pmTamworth vs Tottenham Hotspur (ITV1, ITVX and STV)3pmArsenal vs Man Utd (BBC One and iPlayer)Newcastle United vs Bromley (BBC iPlayer)Ipswich Town vs Bristol RoversCrystal Palace vs Stockport County4.30pmSouthampton vs Swansea City (BBC Wales)READ MORE SUN STORIESMonday, January 137.30pm – Millwall vs Dagenham & Redbridge (ITV4 and ITVX) More

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      Arsenal vs Man Utd live stream FREE: How to watch FA Cup clash today

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      ARSENAL and Manchester United will go head-to-head in the FA Cup third round – and fans can watch it for FREE!The Gunners will be looking to improve on their Carabao Cup semi-final first-leg 2-0 defeat to Newcastle.Arsenal were beaten in the Carabao Cup in midweekCredit: GettyRuben Amorim’s best chance of leading Man Utd to Europe could be a cup winCredit: GettyArsenal vs Man Utd LIVEMikel Arteta complained about the EFL ball after the match despite his side scoring 11 goals in the three previous rounds.He will be happy to know that it will be a Mitre ball instead of the Puma one used in the defeat to the Magpies against the Red Devils.Manchester United, however, will be keen to retain their FA Cup title after an abysmal first half of the season.New manager Ruben Amorim is unlikely to guide the team to a European qualification spot in the Premier League.Therefore, a cup run could be the club’s best chance of European football next season.And SunSport can reveal how fans can watch the entire action for free below.How to watch Arsenal vs Man United for FREEArsenal’s thrilling FA Cup third-round tie against United will be broadcast live for FREE for TV licence holders on BBC One in the UK.Fans also have the option to stream all entire action on BBC iPlayer, which is available to download via any compatible mobile device or tablet.Alternatively, tune in to SunSport’s comprehensive live blog for all the action as it happens.Kick-off for the huge match is scheduled to get underway at 3pm GMT on Sunday, January 12.What other FA Cup games are happening today?There are six more games happening today in the FA Cup including Tottenham’s visit to non-league side Tamworth.Hull City vs Doncaster – 12pmTamworth vs Tottenham Hotspur – 12.30pm (ITV1 & ITVX)Newcastle vs Bromley – 3pm (BBC iPlayer)Ipswich Town vs Bristol Rovers – 3pmCrystal Palace vs Stockport County – 3pmSouthampton vs Swansea City – 4.30pmTomorrow’s FA Cup fixtureThe FA Cup third round is not over today with one more to be played on Monday.Millwall vs Dagenham and Redbridge – 7.30pm More

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      Why are Arsenal wearing a white shirt at home against Man Utd in the FA Cup? 

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      ARSENAL will ditch their traditional red shirts for an all-WHITE kit against Manchester United.The change comes despite the Gunners playing at home in the FA Cup third-round clash on Sunday.Arsenal will wear an all-white kit against Manchester United in the FA CupCredit: Arsenal FCIt is not the first time they’ve ditched red for white in the FA CupCredit: Arsenal FCArsenal vs Man Utd LIVEArsenal will be looking to bounce back from their midweek Carabao Cup semi-final defeat to Newcastle.Mikel Arteta’s side fell to a 2-0 defeat against the Magpies, with the coach later complaining about the ball that was used. United should come into the game full of confidence after an unexpected 2-2 draw with Liverpool last weekend.read more arsenal newsRuben Amorim’s side had lost four in a row but were unlucky not to pick up all three points at Anfield.Why are Arsenal wearing a white kit against Man Utd?Arsenal will wear the changed unique kit as part of the club’s stand against knife crime and youth violence.The club first started the campaign in January 2022 when they wore an all-white kit away at Nottingham Forest.Lewis Grabban scored the only goal of the game as the hosts claimed a famous 1-0 victory.Most read in FA CupThey’ve worn it every year since in the FA Cup third round, including a 3-0 win over Oxford United and in the 2-0 defeat to Liverpool a year ago.The campaign is called No More Red and provides opportunities for connection and safe spaces for young people.Once again, they have teamed up with Adidas to build on work being done by the Arsenal in the Community initiative.Mikel Arteta bizarrely appears to blame Carabao Cup BALL for Arsenal’s missed chances as trophy drought set to continueArsenal star Declan Rice has insisted that the shirt adds to the “special connection” to the fansHe said: “There’s an immense pride you feel when you pull on the No More Red shirt.”Having such a special connection with our supporters in our community gives us a real understanding of the people we’re representing and the role we can have as players in raising awareness around issues such as youth crime and violence.”Their stories give us inspiration which fuels our performances.”Our community drives us forward, and we win together.”The head of Arsenal in the Community, Freddie Hudson also spoke about the campaign.He added: “Knife crime and serious youth violence is incredibly complex.”We don’t have the solution to fix the problem, but we know our work with adidas is helping keep young people safe and create opportunities for more positive futures. “It’s important we continue to invest in safe spaces where we engage young people facing multiple challenges as they navigate their way through their lives.”This is where trust is built, and positive relationships develop with our staff.”Being part of something positive like No More Red creates an important sense of belonging.READ MORE SUN STORIES”The safe spaces and trusted relationships lead to connections and opportunities like volunteering, education and employment.”Over time, we see young leaders emerge from our projects to inspire and influence other young people to make good life choices.” More