ITV viewers will have to adjust their schedules this evening as Coronation Street will not be airing due to a programming change, and Emmerdale’s usual slot has also been affected.
Typically, both soaps air on Friday nights, with Emmerdale broadcasting at 7:30 PM for a half-hour episode, followed by Coronation Street at 8:00 PM for a full hour.
However, tonight’s lineup has been altered to accommodate live FA Cup football coverage, which features a match between Aston Villa and Cardiff City.
The coverage begins at 7:30 PM, with football pundits Mark Pougatch, Roy Keane, and Ian Wright leading the discussion before kickoff at 8:00 PM.
As a result, Emmerdale has been rescheduled to an earlier time slot of 7:00 PM, while Coronation Street will not be airing at all.
Fans concerned about missing their favorite soap should not worry too much, as Coronation Street aired its intended Friday episode a day early on Thursday.
Tonight’s Emmerdale episode is set to be an emotional one, particularly for Jacob, who continues to grapple with the devastating loss of his mother, Leyla. The tragedy unfolded last week in a horrific limo crash that also claimed the lives of Suzy and Amy, leaving many in the village reeling from the aftermath.
Meanwhile, another heartbreaking storyline unfolds as April faces difficulty coping with her past trauma. She overhears two girls discussing her personal ordeal, adding to her emotional struggles. Fans will remember that April previously ran away from home after learning she was pregnant, only to face further sorrow when her baby was stillborn.
Emmerdale has also had a dramatic week with the return of Joe Tate, whose presence has sparked intrigue and tension among the villagers. His reappearance has already led to shocking developments, and viewers are eager to see what his next move will be.
As for Coronation Street, last night’s episode delivered plenty of drama. Kevin received yet another piece of bad news, and despite Abi’s efforts to support him, he refused her help. Abi even offered to cancel her therapy session to be there for him, but Kevin insisted she shouldn’t. However, his frustration grew when he saw her talking and laughing with Ronnie about her therapy, leaving him feeling isolated and struggling to cope.
Elsewhere, Cassie paid a visit to Ken in the hospital following the recent revelation of her deception. Her actions have caused shockwaves, and her presence at Ken’s bedside is bound to stir emotions. Meanwhile, Dylan, currently in a Secure Training Centre, appears to have made a new friend named Brody, but viewers are left wondering if everything is as it seems.
David, on the other hand, has been leading a double life, deceiving Shona about his work. While she believes he is earning extra cash through home visit barbering, the reality is far more concerning—David has been secretly working with Andy and is now demanding more jobs, potentially putting himself in grave danger. The question remains: how much trouble is David about to get himself into?
Looking ahead, a major schedule change will take effect in the new year, reducing the weekly airtime for both Coronation Street and Emmerdale. Instead of airing six hours of content per week, the soaps will now be cut down to just five hours. Going forward, Emmerdale and Coronation Street will be broadcast back-to-back every weekday, each for a half-hour slot.
While some fans may be disappointed by the temporary disruption tonight, the upcoming episodes promise plenty of gripping storylines to keep viewers entertained. Whether it’s Emmerdale’s emotional turmoil or Coronation Street’s ever-intensifying drama, the soaps continue to deliver must-watch moments.
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