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Manchester City will host Exeter City, 14th in League One, on January 10 at the Etihad Stadium in a Round 3 encounter. This FA Cup round will feature 64 teams – 20 Round 2 winners, 20 Premier League and 24 Championship teams – battle it out to make it into Round 4.
Follow our guide below for where to watch Manchester City vs Exeter City from anywhere with a VPN.
Manchester City vs Exeter City live stream will take place on January 10, 2026 at 3pm GMT.
• U.K. — No stream available
• U.S. — ESPN
• Watch anywhere — try NordVPN 100% risk free
Exeter reached Round 4 last year, where they were knocked out by Nottingham Forest in a thrilling penalty shootout. Fresh off a triumphant 4-0 win over Wycombe Wanderers in the second round this season, they’ll look to carry that momentum into their clash against the Citizens. They also have a history of cupsets having taken Man Utd, Liverpool and Everton to replays since the early 1990s.
Manchester City, meanwhile, are a juggernaut. They won the FA Cup in 2023 and hold seven FA Cup titles overall. Guardiola’s men haven’t lost in their last 10 outings, but are yet to register a win in 2026, with their last three matches ending in draws – a trend they’ll be eager to break.
While many expect a straightforward win for City, a surprise could make for a thrilling weekend. Here's a guide to how to watch Man City vs Exeter City online and see soccer live streams from anywhere.
Can I watch Man City vs Exeter City in the UK?
Even for the FA Cup the 3 p.m. blackout law applies meaning Man City vs Exeter won't be available for broadcast in Britain.
Traveling to the U.K. from elsewhere? You can use a VPN to watch Man City vs Exeter City as if you were back home. NordVPN is our top pick of the options and we'll show you how to access it below.
How to watch Man City vs Exeter City from anywhere
Away from home at the moment and blocked from watching Man City vs Exeter City via your usual streaming service?
You can still watch Man City vs Exeter City live thanks to the wonders of a VPN (Virtual Private Network). The software allows your devices to appear to be back in your home country regardless of where in the world you are. So ideal for sports fans away on vacation or on business. Our favorite is NordVPN. It's the best on the market:
Using a VPN is incredibly simple.
1. Install the VPN of your choice. As we've said, NordVPN is our favorite.
2. Choose the location you wish to connect to in the VPN app. For instance, if you're away from the U.S. but want to view ESPN, you'd select a U.S. server from the list.
3. Sit back and enjoy the action. Head to your home broadcaster's site or app and watch as if you were back at home.
How to watch Man City vs Exeter City live stream in the U.S.
ESPN has exclusive rights to show FA Cup soccer, including Man City vs Exeter City, stateside, with live action streaming on its ESPN streaming service.
Plans start from $12.99/month with its ESPN Select plan, while the $29.99/month ESPN Unlimited tier gets you loads more live sports action and access to everything shown across the core ESPN channels.
How to watch Man City vs Exeter City in the U.K.
Coverage of the FA Cup is shared between TNT Sports and the free-to-air BBC in the U.K.
However, Man City vs Exeter City hasn't been selected for a free viewing, and British broadcasters can't show games that kick off at 3 p.m. GMT. This means viewers in the U.K. won't be able to watch the game live.
Those looking to access ESPN, Sportsnet, Stan Sport, or beIN Sports from in the U.K. will need to download a good VPN.
How to watch Man City vs Exeter City live stream in Canada
In Canada, FA Cup 2025/26 coverage is available on Sportsnet.
That means you can stream Man City vs Exeter City live online through Sportsnet Plus. You'll need to opt for its Premium plan, which costs CA$42.99/month or CA$324.99/year.
NordVPN can unlock Sportsnet Plus should you be outside of Canada right now.
How to watch Man City vs Exeter City live stream in Australia
Stan Sport has the rights to show selected FA Cup 2025/26 matches in Australia. The service costs AU$20/month on top of a Stan plan, which starts at AU$12/month.
Not in Australia right now? You can simply use a VPN like NordVPN to watch all the action on your Stan Sport account as if you were back home.
Can I watch Man City vs Exeter City live stream in New Zealand?
beIN SportsNZ is the FA Cup 2025/26 TV rights holder in New Zealand.
A subscription to beIN Sports costs NZ$14.99 a month or NZ$149.99 for a yearly commitment. New subscribers can also get a 7-day free trial, cancel before the trial period ends at no cost if you're not fully satisfied.
Watch just like you would at home with the help of a quality VPN.
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