The FA Cup quarter-final draw is poised to set the stage for some thrilling encounters as the competition's fifth round concludes this weekend. With Premier League giants Arsenal and Manchester City still in contention across all four major tournaments this season, the stakes are incredibly high.
Key Contenders and Recent Results
Arsenal, currently leading the Premier League, narrowly avoided an upset with a 2-1 victory over Mansfield on Saturday, keeping their ambitious quadruple hopes alive. Their fierce rivals, Manchester City, also advanced by defeating Newcastle United 3-1 at St. James' Park, continuing their dominant streak against Eddie Howe's side and maintaining their own pursuit of a historic quadruple.
In other notable matches, Liverpool secured their place in the next round by avenging a previous Premier League loss with a win over Wolves. Meanwhile, Championship underdogs Wrexham were edged out in a closely fought battle against Chelsea. The biggest surprise of the round came from Port Vale, who, despite languishing at the bottom of League One, pulled off a stunning 1-0 victory over Sunderland at Vale Park on Sunday.
Draw Details and Broadcasting Information
The draw for the FA Cup fifth round is scheduled to take place at approximately 7:05 PM GMT on Monday, March 9, 2026. It will be held live from the London Stadium, just before the kick-off of the West Ham United versus Brentford match.
Fans can tune in to watch the draw on TNT Sports 1, discovery+, and the TNT Sports YouTube channel. This broadcast ensures comprehensive coverage for viewers eager to see which teams will face off in the upcoming quarter-finals.
Ball Numbers for the Draw
- 1. Southampton
- 2. Port Vale
- 3. Manchester City
- 4. Leeds United
- 5. Arsenal
- 6. Liverpool
- 7. Chelsea
- 8. West Ham United or Brentford
Upcoming FA Cup Schedule
The FA Cup action continues with the following key dates:
- Fifth-Round Match: Monday, March 9, 2026 – West Ham United v Brentford at 19:30 GMT on TNT Sports 1 and discovery+.
- Quarter-Finals: Commencing Saturday, April 4, 2026.
- Semi-Finals: Starting Saturday, April 25, 2026.
- Final: Scheduled for Saturday, May 16, 2026.
As the competition heats up, all eyes will be on the draw to see if potential clashes between top teams like Arsenal and Manchester City materialize, adding to the excitement of this historic tournament.
