The FA Cup is open to all members of the English Football Association, with thousands of teams participating every year. The competition adopts a single elimination system. In addition to the semi-finals and finals, a draw requires both sides to exchange home and away matches on the other day. If the rematch is tied, extra time will be given. The semi-finals and finals will be held in a neutral position, and if they are tied, additional punishment will be given.
The next round of lottery for both events is held after each round, and it is possible for two teams of any level to meet at one side's home.