When is the FA Cup semi-final draw? Man United’s potential opponents explained

On Sunday afternoon, Old Trafford will witness the clash between Manchester United and Liverpool as Erik ten Hag fights for his last possible trophy of the season.

Having been eliminated from the Carabao Cup and Champions League, Manchester United now sets its sights on the FA Cup as the sole opportunity for silverware, currently positioned sixth in the Premier League.

Their upcoming challenge lies in the quarter-finals against Liverpool, with both teams aiming to secure a spot in the Wembley semi-finals slated for late April.

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In the previous season, Manchester United reached the final of the competition but faced disappointment with a 2-1 loss to Manchester City, shattering their championship aspirations.

Should United advance into the semi-finals of the competition, they will enter the pot for the draw for the final four, who will all play at Wembley Stadium.

When is the FA Cup semi-final draw?

The FA Cup semi-final draw will take place after United’s fixture against Liverpool. This means the draw will commence at around 6 pm on Sunday evening, provided that the fixture does not enter extra time and penalties.

How can I watch the FA Cup semi-round draw?

The draw would be aired on ITV 1 in the United Kingdom and streamed online via ITVX.

When are the semi-final fixtures being played?

The FA Cup quarter-finals will kick off on Saturday, 22, and Sunday, 23 April. If Manchester United progress, they will play on one of those two dates. The final is due to be played on Saturday, 25 May 2024.

What are the ball numbers, and who can Manchester United face?

If Manchester United are to beat Liverpool, then there is a wide range of clubs that may await them in the next round of the competition. The ball numbers, and therefore who United could face, have been confirmed.

1 – Coventry City
2 – Manchester United or Liverpool
3 – Chelsea
4 – Manchester City