What channel is Newcastle United v Bromley on? How to watch FA Cup and fourth round draw info

Bromley make the long trip up to St James' Park to take on Newcastle United this weekend with a potential giant-killing on the cards for the London outfit.

The League Two side have been drawn against Premier League opposition in the third round of the FA Cup in what is widely regarded as the most enticing mismatch of the weekend as cup fever takes over the country. It's the first ever meeting between the two sides and Bromley's first ever FA Cup third round tie.

LondonWorld has all you need to know to watch Newcastle United vs Bromley on TV and how to stream online.

What channel is Newcastle United vs Bromley on?

The BBC hold the rights to broadcast Newcastle United vs Bromley in the FA Cup this weekend with coverage taking place on the BBC iPlayer. Kick-off is at 3 pm with the BBC programme starting at 2:50 pm.

The clash between the Magpies and the League Two outfit will be shown on BBC iPlayer and the red button. This is because BBC One will broadcast Arsenal vs Manchester United, which kicks off at the same time.

As long as you’re in the UK you can use BBC iPlayer on a computer, phone, tablet, smart TV or games console using the BBC iPlayer app (connected TV, mobile and tablet only) or the BBC iPlayer website.

When is the FA Cup fourth round draw?

The FA Cup fourth round draw will take place on Sunday, January 12 shortly after a winner is decided between Newcastle United and Bromley. The draw will happen after the full-time whistle at the Emirates Stadium, where Arsenal host Manchester United.

That fixture kicks off at 3 pm with the draw scheduled for around 5 pm, so long as the match in North London does not go to extra time. The fixtures for the next round will be picked by Martin Keown and Mark Schwarzer.

The FA Cup fourth round draw will be broadcast on BBC One and hosted by Kelly Somers. The coverage can be watched on television or streamed online on BBC iPlayer.

Is Bromley manager Andy Woodman a Newcastle United fan?

The trip to St James' Park to take on Newcastle United is make extra special for Bromley boss Andy Woodman thanks to his links to Tyneside. The 53-year-old former goalkeeper is a Londoner and came through the ranks at Crystal Palace but has worked with the Magpies since hanging up his gloves.

Woodman left a goalkeeping coaching role at Arsenal to take up the post at Bromley but previously worked at Newcastle United. He has also had time at Crystal Palace, West Ham and Charlton Athletic.

The coach was part of the Newcastle United set-up that finished fifth in the Premier League in 2012 and secured European football. He told National World TV: “I don’t think I could ever say enough (positive things about Newcastle) really. It was a brilliant experience. I know it was a difficult time for the football club, with other issues that we’re going on, but I’ve been on record saying that, Alan Pardew, what he did under the circumstances, with myself, John Carver, getting into Europe… (was unbelievable).”