Odds, referee, VAR, TV details: Everything you need to know ahead of Everton v Sheffield Wednesday

The Owls haven’t kicked a ball in anger since beating Exeter City in the third round due to a Covid-19 outbreak at the club forcing the postponement of league games against Coventry City and Wycombe Wanderers.

Now they will be hoping to pull off a major upset by defeating Carlo Ancelotti’s in-form Toffeemen in their own back yard as they look to progress in the world’s oldest cup competition.

So, how can you follow the game on Merseyside?

Let’s take a look.

When is the match? What time is kick-off?

The game takes place at Goodison Park on Sunday, January 24 and kick-off is at 8pm.

Is Everton v Sheffield Wednesday on TV? How can I follow it live?

Yes, the game will be broadcast live on BT Sport1 from 7.30pm.

You can sign up to a BT Sport subscription HERE or a monthly BT Sport pass is available HERE for £25.

How else can I follow the game?

As ever, The Star will also be running a comprehensive live blog with team news, live updates, reaction and analysis from Alex Miller and Joe Crann – who will be among only a handful of people allowed into Goodison Park. You can follow them on Twitter via @AlexMiller91 and @YesWeCrann.

Who is the referee?

Premier League official Graham Scott is the referee and Mark Scholes and Nick Greenhalgh are his assistants. The fourth official is Jeremy Simpson, with Stuart Attwell on VAR duties.

What are the odds?

Sky Bet is offering the following odds on the game:

Everton – 4/11

Draw – 19/5

Sheffield Wednesday – 7/5

Are any tickets available?

No, due to England once again being in lockdown, supporters are not currently allowed into grounds to watch matches.

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