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Daily Mirror
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Jake Polden

ITV announce four-year deal to broadcast the FA Cup free-to-air from 2021

ITV have announced a four-year deal to broadcast the FA Cup, making the competition free-to-air to all viewers from 2021.

Live coverage of more than 20 matches will be broadcast each season from 2021/22, including the FA Community Shield each year until the 2024/25 season.

ITV, who share the deal with the BBC, will have first and fourth pick of matches in the second round, fourth round and the quarter finals, according to the announcement on ITV.

The broadcaster will also have second and third picks for the first, third and fifth rounds and then second pick of the semi-final.

BT Sport, meanwhile, has lost its coverage of the competition, which should see viewing figures rise.

ITV have announced a four-year deal to broadcast the FA Cup (PA)

Niall Sloane, ITV Director of Sport, said: "We are delighted to be able to broadcast the FA Cup once again. We are particularly pleased that we shared The FA's vision of a completely free-to-air competition and look forward to bringing new viewers all the along the road to Wembley Stadium."

Mark Bullingham, FA Chief Commercial; Football Development Officer, added: "The Emirates FA Cup continues to capture the public’s imagination, drawing millions of viewers at every stage.

Live coverage of more than 20 matches will be broadcast each season from 2021/22 (PA)

"This agreement with ITV is fantastic news and means that we will reach the broadest possible audience across the country.

"ITV has been a great broadcast partner with the England Men's Internationals and will do a brilliant job with the coverage of the world’s most historic cup competition."

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