FA Cup Third Round: Five things to watch out for

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A family affair at Anfield

Brendan Rodgers and Son Anton Meet Ahead of their FA Cup Third Round Match

The romance of the FA Cup might yet turn out to be true in a very literal sense at Anfield, as Liverpool take on Oldham, the side that knocked them out of the same competition in the fourth round last season. Having been humiliated by Oldham last time out, Brendan Rodgers will be keen to right the wrongs this time around. Although Liverpool’s top priority is still Champions League qualification, a silverware will do them no harm whatsoever.

And whilst there is little chance of Oldham repeating their performance last year, Rodgers will know that while the Latics haven’t won any of their last eight League games, the Cup is a different ball game altogether. And if they do win, Anton Rodgers, son of Liverpool manager, Brendan, will be key. So, Anfield will bear witness to a family affair on Sunday, no matter what.

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