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FA Cup Third Round: Manchester United, Liverpool, and City Face Challenging Draws

The FA Cup third round draw has unveiled some intriguing matchups, setting the stage for exciting clashes between Premier League giants and lower-league teams. Manchester United, the defending champions, will kick off their campaign with a tough away match against Arsenal. This encounter is one of the highlights of the round, pitting two of England's most storied clubs against each other.

Another notable draw is Accrington Stanley's trip to Anfield to face Liverpool. This matchup evokes memories of the classic 'who are they?' milk advert from the 1980s and promises to be a David vs. Goliath battle, with Accrington Stanley currently in sixth-to-last place in League Two.

Manchester City will host Salford City, a team owned by members of Manchester United's 'Class of 92,' including Ryan Giggs and Gary Neville. This adds an extra layer of interest to the match, given the historical connections between the two sets of owners.

Chelsea will host Morecambe, who are currently at the bottom of League Two, in another Premier League vs. lower-league matchup. The third round is scheduled to take place around the weekend of January 11 and 12, marking the entry of the 44 clubs from the Premier League and the Championship into the competition.

In other news, Pep Guardiola has recently signed a contract extension with Manchester City, which could keep him at the club for up to 11 years. This move comes as Manchester City looks to stabilize after a series of recent setbacks, including a home defeat to Tottenham that marked their fifth consecutive loss.

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