When is FA Cup draw? Start time, ball numbers, TV channel and live stream for semi-finals

The FA Cup semi-final draw will take place this weekend.

One of the most open FA Cup competitions in recent history is preparing for the final legs, with Wembley set to host both semi-finals and, of course, the final.

Eight will become four this weekend as Fulham host Crystal Palace, Brighton entertain Nottingham Forest, Aston Villa make a trip to Preston and cup favourites Manchester City are at Bournemouth.

For most of the teams left in the competition, a rare trip to Wembley is in the offing. For Championship side Preston, should they beat Aston Villa, it will be their first FA Cup semi-final place since losing to West Ham in the 1964 final.

Here’s all you need to know about the FA Cup semi-final draw…

An exact time for the FA Cup semi-final draw has not been confirmed, but it is expected to take place on Sunday, March 30, 2025.

It will most likely take place either before or after Bournemouth vs Manchester City, the final quarter-final, which kicks off at 4.30pm GMT.

TV channel: The draw will be broadcast for free on BBC One.

Live stream: Subscribers will be able to watch via the BBC Sport website, BBC iPlayer and the FA Cup’s official social media channels.

LIVE coverage: Follow the draw live with Standard Sport’s dedicated blog!

The FA Cup semi-finals will be played across the weekend of April 26 and 27, 2025.