FA Cup Draw: Every Second Round Tie

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FA Cup Second Round Draw: Every Tie Confirmed

The FA Cup second round draw has been made, and some mouthwatering clashes are in store! After the first round saw some thrilling upsets and a few unexpected results, the competition is heating up. Here's a breakdown of every tie you need to know about:

Big Premier League Teams Set for Away Trips

The second round brings some big names into the fray, with several Premier League teams facing tough away trips against lower league opposition.

• Liverpool face a trip to Derby County (Championship). This will be a reunion for Reds manager Jurgen Klopp with his former club.
• Chelsea will be hoping for a smooth passage against Bournemouth (Championship), who were relegated from the Premier League last season.
• Aston Villa will have their work cut out against Barnsley (League One), who have a strong record at home.
• Newcastle United head to Blackpool (Championship) for a coastal clash.

Other Notable Ties

The draw also threw up some intriguing ties between teams from different divisions:

• Manchester United, who had a tricky first-round win, will be looking to avoid an upset against Gillingham (League Two).
• Tottenham Hotspur face a tricky trip to Preston North End (Championship).
• Crystal Palace will be hoping for a comfortable win at AFC Wimbledon (League One).
• West Ham United head to Blackburn Rovers (Championship).

Lower League Hopes

Of course, the FA Cup is famous for its giant-killing potential. With the Premier League teams away from home, this is the chance for lower league clubs to cause a shock and make a run for the trophy:

• Wrexham are the darlings of the FA Cup so far, and will be looking to continue their fairytale run when they face Sheffield United (Championship).
• Boreham Wood, who reached the last 16 last season, will be aiming for another cup run with a tie against Peterborough United (League One).

What's Next?

The second round matches will be played on the weekend of December 10th and 11th. With so much intrigue and drama, we're in for a thrilling couple of weeks in the FA Cup!

Keep an eye out for match previews and predictions, as the second round promises to be a captivating spectacle.

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