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Kelly Somers introduces football鈥檚 annual dose of anticipation and nostalgia as lower and non-league sides keep everything crossed for a dream draw against exalted opposition.

The FA Cup third round is when the Premier League clubs enter the competition, including holders Manchester United. The Red Devils were worthy winners over neighbours Manchester City in the 2023/24 season鈥檚 final, but this round is the first involvement in the world鈥檚 oldest football competition for United head coach Ruben Amorim, who replaced Erik ten Hag in October 2024.