Excitement Builds as FA Cup Second Round Draw Sets Up Intriguing Clashes
The Emirates FA Cup second round proper draw for the 2025–26 season has officially been made, setting the stage for another thrilling weekend of football drama. The draw took place on Monday evening, just ahead of the much-anticipated first-round tie between Tamworth and Leyton Orient. Fans across the country tuned in live via TNT Sports 1, discovery+, and the TNT Sports YouTube channel to see who their favorite clubs would be facing next.
Hosted by Becky Ives, with former England internationals Joleon Lescott and Steve Sidwell conducting the draw, the event brought together an exciting mix of clubs — from non-league hopefuls to seasoned League One sides — all eager for a chance to advance and eventually meet Premier League giants in the third round.
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A total of 20 ties were drawn, with fixtures scheduled across the weekend of Saturday, December 6th. As always, the second round represents one of the most captivating stages of the FA Cup — where dreams can take shape, and where underdogs so often rise to the occasion.
Among the standout ties, Slough Town will take on Macclesfield in what promises to be a spirited non-league battle. Grimsby Town are set to face Wealdstone, while Swindon Town have been drawn against Bolton Wanderers in a clash that carries plenty of EFL pedigree. Peterborough United will go up against Barnsley in another all-League One contest, while Fleetwood Town are set to host Luton Town, who narrowly escaped a scare in the previous round.
There are also some enticing matchups involving non-league sides looking to make history. Chelmsford City will meet Weston-super-Mare, while Brackley Town — one of the surprise packages so far — will test their mettle against Burton Albion. Salford City await the winner of Tamworth versus Leyton Orient, ensuring that the magic of the cup continues no matter who advances.
As usual, anticipation is building toward the third round proper, when the Premier League and Championship clubs join the fray — but before that, the second round will give the smaller sides one last chance to seize the spotlight and capture the nation’s imagination.
For players, managers, and fans alike, this draw represents more than just another fixture list — it’s a continuation of football’s oldest and most romantic tradition, where every club, no matter its size, can dream of Wembley glory. The Emirates FA Cup’s second round is set, and the countdown to more unforgettable cup moments has already begun.
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