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FA Cup Replays Scrapped from 2024-25; EFL Seeks Compensation

Apr 18, 2024, 03:11 PM

The Football Association (FA) and the Premier League have agreed to scrap FA Cup replays from the first round proper starting from the 2024-25 season. This decision is part of a broader six-year agreement aimed at restructuring the competition. The changes, influenced by the expanded UEFA competitions and the congested football calendar, also include scheduling all rounds on weekends. The final of the FA Cup will now take place before the last round of the Premier League season, with no league fixtures staged on that weekend. The EFL has expressed dissatisfaction with this decision, highlighting the financial impact on lower-league clubs and is seeking compensation.