The FA Cup third-round draw has produced an extraordinary storyline as Everton’s Ashley Young could face his son Tyler, who plays for Peterborough United, in a family affair on football’s biggest domestic stage.
The 2024/25 FA Cup third-round draw has created a potential family showdown, with Everton set to play League One side Peterborough United. The fixture could see Everton’s veteran defender Ashley Young face his 18-year-old son Tyler, who plays for Peterborough.
The prospect of a father-son battle has captured the imagination of fans, adding a unique twist to the competition. Ashley, now 39, continues to play a vital role for the Toffees, while Tyler is forging his own career in the lower leagues. The match could mark a historic moment for the Young family and provide one of the most memorable narratives in FA Cup history.
Elsewhere in the draw, Arsenal and Manchester United will go head-to-head in what promises to be a blockbuster tie. Manchester City will host Salford City, and Liverpool face a home fixture against League Two side Accrington Stanley. Another intriguing clash sees Aston Villa take on West Ham United in an all-Premier League affair.
The FA Cup continues to deliver drama and surprises, with the third round showcasing a blend of underdog stories and heavyweight clashes. Fans will eagerly await the action as the road to Wembley gathers pace.
Here is the FA Cup third-round draw in full:
1Â Southampton v Swansea City
2Â Arsenal v Manchester United
3Â Exeter City v Oxford United
4Â Leyton Orient v Derby County
5Â Reading v Burnley
6Â Aston Villa v West Ham United
7Â Norwich City v Brighton & Hove Albion
8Â Manchester City v Salford City
9Â Millwall v Dagenham & Redbridge
10Â Liverpool v Accrington Stanley
11Â Bristol City v Wolverhampton Wanderers
12Â Preston North End v Charlton Athletic
13Â Chelsea v Morecambe
14Â Middlesbrough v Blackburn Rovers
15Â AFC Bournemouth v West Bromwich Albion
16Â Mansfield Town v Wigan Athletic
17Â Tamworth v Tottenham Hotspur
18Â Hull City v Doncaster Rovers
19Â Sunderland v Stoke City
20Â Leicester City v Queens Park Rangers
21Â Brentford v Plymouth Argyle
22Â Coventry City v Sheffield Wednesday
23Â Newcastle United v Bromley
24Â Everton v Peterborough United
25Â Wycombe Wanderers v Portsmouth
26Â Birmingham City v Lincoln City
27Â Leeds United v Harrogate Town
28Â Nottingham Forest v Luton Town
29Â Sheffield United v Cardiff City
30Â Ipswich Town v Bristol Rovers
31Â Fulham v Watford
32Â Crystal Palace v Stockport County