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Sheffield United Face Brighton in FA Cup Clash
Sheffield United will go head-to-head with Brighton & Hove Albion in an exciting FA Cup fourth-round match at Bramall Lane. This clash comes amidst Sheffield United’s ongoing struggle against relegation from the English Premier League. The Blades emerged victorious in the third round with a 4-0 win over Gillingham in their replay at Priestfield Stadium, having initially played to a draw with the League Two side. On the other hand, Brighton, currently seventh in the EPL, secured their spot in the fourth round with a hard-fought 4-2 away win against Stoke City.
Brighton’s FA Cup campaign last year ended at the semifinal stage with a penalty shootout loss to Manchester United at Wembley. Therefore, they are keen to perform better this season. This upcoming match promises an intriguing battle between two teams with different goals – surviving in the Premier League for Sheffield United and progressing further in the FA Cup for Brighton.
If you’re unable to watch the game locally, using a VPN can be a great solution. VPNs allow you to virtually change your location and access the game from anywhere in the world. It also adds an extra layer of security and privacy for your devices, which is especially useful when connected to public Wi-Fi. Make sure your VPN is properly set up to prevent any leaks. Watching or streaming sports with a VPN is legal in countries where VPNs are legal, as long as you have a legitimate subscription to the streaming service.
As for viewing options, in the US, you can catch the game live on ESPN Plus. This standalone streaming service is available for $11 per month, giving you access to all the FA Cup fixtures. UK viewers, however, won’t have the convenience of watching the game on free-to-air channels like the BBC and ITV, as this match has not been selected for live coverage on either network. But, with the help of a VPN, you can stream the game from a country where it’s being broadcast.
Canadian fans can enjoy live coverage of the FA Cup via Sportsnet, either through cable operators or by subscribing to Sportsnet Plus, a standalone streaming service starting at CA$15 per month. Australian viewers can watch the match on Paramount Plus, which holds the broadcasting rights for the FA Cup. For AU$10 per month, you can access Paramount’s coverage of the tournament, as well as other content like movies and original shows.