Burnley vs MK Dons: Is it on TV? How can I watch it? What time is kick-off?

Burnley will be looking to book their place in the FA Cup fourth round when they host League One outfit MK Dons this weekend.
FA Cup match ball (Photo by Gareth Copley/Getty Images)FA Cup match ball (Photo by Gareth Copley/Getty Images)
FA Cup match ball (Photo by Gareth Copley/Getty Images)

It promises to be a busy weekend of action in the competition, with sides from the top two tiers of English football entering the fray at the third round stage, but with so many matches it can be hard to keep track of when teams are playing, and how you can watch along from home.

Thankfully, we’ve gathered all the information you need to ensure that you won’t miss a minute of the Clarets’ cup exploits.

When is kick-off?

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The game will be played at Turf Moor, and will begin at 3pm on Saturday January 9th.

How can I watch it?

The match will be available to watch for free on the FA Player.

Simply go to faplayer.thefa.com and sign up.

The game will be one of eight FA Cup ties being broadcast for free across the weekend.

What’s on offer for the winners?

As well as a place in the fourth round of the FA Cup, the winners of the clash will secure a prize of £61,500.

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It’s not all bad news for the losers, however, with teams who get knocked out still pocketing £20,500.

What does the recent head-to-head record look like?

Burnley have the relatively rare distinction of holding a 100% record against Saturday’s opponents.

The Clarets have won all four of their previous meeting against the Dons, with the most recent victory coming in the Championship in 2016.