Where and how to watch FA Cup 2022-23 in India?

The third round of the cup competition is set to be underway very soon

The FA Cup is starting this coming week, and many Indian fans will want to follow the action on their televisions or phones. In this post, we have outlined where and how you can watch the competition live in India.

The FA Cup is a major competition in England wherein the clubs from lower and higher divisions compete, ranging from the lowest league in England, level nine, to the Premier League. While in 2011-12, 763 clubs played in the tournament.

Although the rules have changed and a total of 32 teams participate in the tournament starting from qualifying. And Arsenal are the only club with the most FA Cup trophies total of 14, with United second with 12 FA Cup titles and Chelsea third with eight FA Cup titles. While the current holders are Liverpool who defeated Chelsea 6-5 on penalties.

Background of FA Cup competition

In 1863, FA secretary C. W. Alcock declared that "it is desired that a Challenge Cup be formed in association with the Association for which all clubs affiliated to the Association should be invited to play." The event began in 1871, with the Wolves winning the first tournament after nearly 13 games.

Since 2000, the event has been considered credible and has grown in significance as major teams begin to win it, boosting competition. Since then, the FA Cup has been seen as a noteworthy prize after the Premier League in England.

Best records in FA Cup

Ashley Cole is the player with the most wins (7).

Arsene Wenger holds the record for most wins as a manager (7).

Liverpool legend Ian Rush is the only one to score the most goals in all finals (5).

Chelsea former striker Didier Drogba holds the record for most final goals scored (4).

When are the FA Cup matches 2022-2?

The matches will begin on 7th January, with Manchester United playing Everton at Old Trafford.

Who are the defending champions?

Liverpool are the current holder of the trophy having won the game last season by beating Chelsea 6-5 on penalties.

Match days of FA Cup round of 32

The qualifier round will start on 7th January where a total of 32 matches will be played until Tuesday.

Key matches to watch?

Holders Liverpool vs Wolves, Manchester City vs Chelsea, and Manchester United vs Everton will be entertaining matches.

Where and how to watch FA Cup matches in India?

Sony Ten 2 SD & HD holds the broadcasting rights to air FA Cup matches.

Where will the FA Cup be live streamed in India?

Also, fans can download SonyLIV, and JioTV app for live streaming.