A couple of English Premier League foes get set to do battle with national pride on the line on Saturday, as Tottenham Hotspur plays host to Aston Villa in the third round of the 2025-26 FA Cup.
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The FA Cup has been around for well over 150 years, and gives every club a chance to compete on a national scale. From the English Premier League to the several non-league clubs, every club has a chance to represent its town on a grand stage.
The third round is the first to feature clubs from the EPL and Championship, adding a little bit of spice to the single-elimination tournament.
Aston Villa is doing its part in staying near the top of the charts in the EPL. With nine wins over their past 10 matches in league play, the Lions are sitting comfortably in third in the table. Aston Villa is looking to replicate its performance in the FA Cup from last year, where it made it to the semifinals for the first time in 10 years.
Tottenham has been on quite a downturn in league action. After a relatively strong start to the season, the club has won just two of its last 11 matches in EPL play. The Spurs are hoping a strong performance in the FA Cup can turn their fortunes around.
FA CUP
Third Round
Tottenham Hotspur FC vs. Aston Villa FC
When: Saturday, January 10
Time: 12:45 p.m. ET
Where: Tottenham Hotspur Stadium (London, U.K.)
Stream: ESPN+