FA Cup draw LIVE: Leicester, Wigan enter first round as EFL giants face non-league shock

Luciana Rodrigues
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October 19, 2026

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Thirty-two qualifiers and 48 EFL clubs set the stage for a chaotic first round proper.

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The 2026-27 FA Cup has reached the first-round stage, marking the entry point for some EFL teams who will find out their fate when the draw takes place this evening.

Source: The Independent Sport

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Luciana Rodrigues

Senior Sports Journalist & Chief Editor

Luciana Rodrigues is a dedicated sports journalist and lead editor at Today Match Info, specializing in global football tournaments, real-time match reports, boxing championships, and sports analytics. She adheres to strict journalistic integrity and high editorial standards for Google News readers.

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