Here’s everything you need to know about the FA Cup draw for the second round... At the time of publication, an exact time and date has not yet been confirmed. However, the draw is expected to take place on Sunday, November 2, 2025 or, the following evening, on Monday, November 3, 2025.

FA Cup first-round weekend is almost upon us - and you can keep tabs on all of the action across the BBC. Two matches - those hosted by National League sides Brackley Town and Eastleigh - will be shown live on BBC Two, BBC iPlayer and the BBC Sport website and app.

The Emirates FA Cup trophy has made a special visit to Maldon & Tiptree, who are the lowest-ranked team in the 2025-26 Competition Proper. The club, currently topping the Isthmian League North Division,

MALDON & TIPTREE hope their trip to the first round of the FA Cup is just start of their ascent up the football pyramid – even if

Crewe boss Lee Bell says his side still understand the importance of the FA Cup ahead of their first-round tie against League One Doncaster.

Ahead of the Emirates FA Cup and Adobe Women’s FA Cup first round proper, Mitre has unveiled the official match balls for their 2025-26 editions. The iconic men’s and women’s competitions each have a distinct identity,