FA announce Cup dates

Last updated : 24 June 2005 By Chris Mumby

The competition begins on Saturday August 20, when 674 sides take part in the Extra Preliminary round.

United will enter in the First Round, and will hope to continue the success which they have enjoyed in the tournament over the last few years.

Last season, United defeated Chesterfield and Wrexham on the way to a lucrative Third Round clash at Premiership champions Chelsea, where the Iron narrowly lost following an inspired performance.

The dates in full:

Extra Preliminary - Saturday 20 August 2005

Preliminary - Saturday 27 August 2005

First Round Qualifying - Saturday 10 September 2005

Second Round Qualifying - Saturday 24 September 2005

Third Round Qualifying
- Saturday 8 October 2005

Fourth Round Qualifying - Saturday 22 October 2005

First Round Proper - Saturday 5 November 2005

Second Round Proper - Saturday 3 December 2005

Third Round Proper
- Saturday 7 January 2006

Fourth Round Proper - Saturday 28 January 2006

Fifth Round Proper - Saturday 18 February 2006

Sixth Round Proper - Wednesday 22 March 2006

Semi-Finals - Saturday 22 April 2006

Final - Saturday 13 May 2006