Arsenal kick off their pursuit of a record-extending 15th FA Cup this afternoon with a tricky third-round trip to face Portsmouth at Fratton Park. The match, scheduled for a 2pm UK time start on Sunday, January 11, 2026, pits the Premier League leaders against a Championship side battling to avoid the drop.
Gunners Aim for Glory on Four Fronts
Mikel Arteta's side arrive in formidable form, leading both the Premier League and their Champions League group, while also preparing for a Carabao Cup semi-final. Despite this dominance, the FA Cup has eluded the North London club since 2020. Portsmouth, managed by John Mousinho, will be hoping the Gunners' congested fixture list forces Arteta to rotate his squad. However, given the immense depth of quality in Arsenal's ranks, even a changed lineup presents a monumental challenge for the hosts.
How to Watch Portsmouth vs Arsenal Live
The FA Cup clash will be broadcast live on TNT Sports 1, with streaming available via the Discovery+ app. The game is one of eight third-round fixtures taking place on Sunday, with Derby County versus Leeds United being the early kick-off.
Live Matchday Coverage and Build-Up
Our live blog will provide comprehensive coverage from Fratton Park, including all the key pre-match build-up, the confirmed team news and starting XIs as soon as they are announced, and live goal updates with minute-by-minute commentary. Stay with us for the full story of this classic cup tie.
In other news, Arsenal have been linked with a move for a £87m-rated star who has reportedly expressed a dream to play for rivals Liverpool. Meanwhile, Manchester United legend Roy Keane has recently hailed a key Arsenal player as 'one of the top players in the world'.
