The FA Cup's fourth-round draw will take place on Monday, but viewers won't see the only attemptThe next phase of this season's FA Cup is shaping up as we approach the fourth-round draw. Broadcasters even conduct multiple dress rehearsals to prepare for the actual draw, ensuring every detail is perfect for what is always a brief-but-essential segment. Article continues below ADVERTISEMENTRelated articles Macclesfield complete greatest FA Cup upset in history as Crystal Palace beatenTNT Sports blasted over FA Cup coverage with fans all saying the same thingThe audio and visual elements are also critical, with the director on the lookout for potential distractions. Read our Privacy Policy"It's literally taking balls out of a bowl," one baffled fan wrote in a 2018 response to Humphrey's practice draw post. This season's fourth-round draw will see an unexpected participant in the form of sixth-tier Macclesfield, who achieved a 2-1 upset victory over reigning champions Crystal Palace on Saturday.

Source: Express January 11, 2026 12:48 UTC