The Emirates FA Cup quarter-finals are always among the most eagerly awaited weekends in the English football calendar, with top clubs battling for a place in the last four and fans across the UK tuning in to watch every moment. The broadcasting schedule for this stage has now been confirmed, with matches set to be shown live on free-to-air television and major streaming platforms across the weekend.

The quarter-final fixtures will be spread across Saturday 29th March and Sunday 30th March 2025, and broadcasters have split the action between the BBC and ITV — meaning football fans won’t need a subscription to watch these key ties live.

On Saturday 29th March, the lunchtime kick-off at 12:15 GMT will see Fulham vs Crystal Palace live on ITV1 and ITVX, with coverage also available on STV and STV Player in Scotland. Later that afternoon, Brighton & Hove Albion vs Nottingham Forest will be broadcast by the BBC on BBC One and streamed on BBC iPlayer.

The action continues on Sunday 30th March, with Preston North End vs Aston Villa shown live on BBC One and BBC iPlayer from around 13:30 BST. The final quarter-final of the weekend — AFC Bournemouth vs Manchester City — will be covered by ITV1 and ITVX, with STV providing coverage in Scotland through its platforms.

These broadcast arrangements continue a long-running tradition in the UK where the FA Cup quarter-finals are split between the two major free-to-air networks. Both the BBC and ITV have rights to selected matches, ensuring widespread accessibility for viewers at home. Free terrestrial coverage on BBC One and ITV1 means fans can watch without needing pay TV subscriptions, while iPlayer and ITVX offer flexible online streaming options for those on the go or watching on mobile devices.

For many fans, the FA Cup quarter-final weekend is a highlight of the domestic season — a chance to see intense knockout football and potential giant-killing performances. Whether you’re hosting friends for a match-day gathering or tuning in from your own living room, knowing where and when to watch ensures you won’t miss a single moment of the drama and excitement as clubs compete for a place in the semi-finals.

Saturday 16 March

Wolverhampton Wanderers v Coventry City at 12.15pm GMT on ITV1, UTV, STV and ITVX

Manchester City v Newcastle United at 5.30pm GMT on BBC One, BBC iPlayer and BBC Sport

Sunday 17 March

Chelsea v Leicester City at 12.45pm GMT on BBC One, BBC iPlayer and BBC Sport

Manchester United v Liverpool at 3.30pm GMT on ITV1, UTV, STV and ITVX

The eight clubs remaining in the competition will receive a live broadcast fee of £200,000 for featuring in these matches, and the winning sides will also gain £450,000 from the prize fund.