3 Teams that are favourites to win the FA Cup

Following the completion of the FA Cup third round draw, every team is now aware of the opposition they will be facing in January 2020. A couple of games to look forward to include the Merseyside Derby as well as Manchester United's trip to Molineux Stadium to face Wolves.

Arsenal and Manchester United are the two most successful sides in the FA Cup, having won on 13 and 12 occasions respectively. However, given their poor forms this season, it is hard to envision either club winning any trophies.

Meanwhile, fans will be rooting for the likes of Liverpool and Manchester City to win the competition. Both clubs have been dominant across all competitions in the last two seasons and the FA Cup is no exception. Here is a look at three teams that are favourites to win the trophy.

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#3 Liverpool

Liverpool lost to Wolves in the previous edition of the FA Cup

Liverpool will face Everton in the third round of the FA Cup and without a doubt, it will be an exciting yet tough test for Jurgen Klopp's side. Last season, the Reds fell to a surprise defeat to Wolverhampton Wanderers which ended their journey in the competition. Despite missing out on that trophy, they went on to win the UEFA Champions League in May.

Given Liverpool's dominance in the Premier League this season, they are in a strong position to excel in all competitions including the FA Cup. The last time the Reds won the FA Cup trophy was back in the 2005-06 season where they beat West Ham on penalties.

History aside, Liverpool are in such great form domestically that they have not lost in the EPL and drawn just once in 14 games. Furthermore, Everton have not beaten Liverpool at Anfield since September 1999 and as such, the Reds are tipped to advance to the next round of the competition.

Regarded as one of the best teams in England and Europe, it is undeniable that Liverpool are a strong contender to win the FA Cup this season.

#2 Tottenham Hotspur

Tottenham Hotspur v AFC Bournemouth - Premier League

Under Mauricio Pochettino, Tottenham Hotspur failed to win a single trophy. Now, with Jose Mourinho in charge, it could be a different story. Mourinho has such great experience in performing well in domestic and European competitions. His knack for winning cup trophies (four League Cup and one FA Cup) could help Tottenham advance far in the FA Cup this season.

Last season, Pochettino's side was eliminated following a defeat to Crystal Palace in the fourth round. Come January, Spurs will travel to Middlesbrough, who are at the bottom of the Championship standings. Since appointing Mourinho as the new manager, The Lilywhites are seeing a positive change in terms of results. Pochettino's last five league games ended without a win but the Portuguese has now led Tottenham to two consecutive victories.

The North London club is expected to do well under Mourinho and possibly win a few trophies before his infamous third-season syndrome kicks in. Spurs have a strong attacking force including the likes of Dele Alli, Harry Kane and Son Heung-min which could serve them well in the competition. Most notably, Kane mentioned that his team sets sights on winning the FA Cup trophy this season under Mourinho.

#1 Manchester City

Manchester City won the trophy last season

As the title-holder's of the competition, Manchester City are definitely one of the firm favourites to win this competition. Pep Guardiola has long been renowned for his success in domestic competitions.

He has guided City to win two consecutive Premier League titles, one FA Cup and two English League Cup trophies in just three years. In his previous appointment at Bayern Munich, he led the Bundesliga club to two German Cup trophies.

The Cityzens have been drawn to face Port Vale who are competing in the fourth tier of English football. Fortunate to not be facing tougher opposition, it is almost guaranteed that Manchester City will progress to the next round and advance far in the competition.

With City drifting further and further away from the Premier League title race, Guardiola could channel his attention to cup competitions and the Champions League in a bid to win trophies.