Liverpool is set to kick off their FA Cup campaign against Barnsley in a third-round tie on Monday, January 12, at 2:45 p.m. ET (11:45 a.m. PT). The match will take place at Anfield, where Liverpool will look to build momentum following a recent run that sees them climbing back into the top four of the Premier League. Although the reigning champions have experienced a tough start to their league season, their last ten matches have resulted in a solid combination of victories and a draw against current league leaders, Arsenal.
Barnsley, competing in League One, currently finds themselves midtable with only one victory from their last five matches. Despite their struggles, the team can draw motivation from a historic upset when they defeated a Rafa Benítez-led Liverpool back in 2008 during the FA Cup at Anfield.
The exciting match will feature promising talent, including 17-year-old winger Rio Ngumoha, who is anticipated to start for Liverpool. Fans across various regions will have multiple viewing options. In the U.S., the game will be streamed on ESPN Plus, which provides coverage for the upcoming tournament at a cost of $12 per month through the ESPN Select package.
In the UK, viewers can catch the action on TNT Sports 1, while Canadian fans can enjoy the match through Sportsnet’s channels or its standalone streaming service, Sportsnet Plus, starting at CA$30 per month. Australian viewers will have the opportunity to watch via Stan Sport.
This match not only holds significance for Liverpool as they seek to advance in the competition but also presents an exciting challenge for Barnsley, showcasing the unpredictable nature of knockout football. With both teams eager to perform, fans can expect a thrilling encounter.