In a major FA Cup update, the draw has placed Manchester City as the hosts against Plymouth Argyle in the fifth round! Plymouth, who famously knocked out Premier League leaders Liverpool, now face a matchup against the reigning English champions as their reward.
Meanwhile, the rest of the draw features top-flight matchups and exciting fixtures as the competition moves into its next phase. Here’s the full FA Cup fifth-round draw, set for the weekend of March 1-2:
| Fixture | Competition |
|---|---|
| Preston North End vs. Burnley ⚽🔥 | FA Cup ⚽🏆 |
| Aston Villa vs. Cardiff City 🏟️🍀 | FA Cup ⚽🏆 |
| Crystal Palace vs. Millwall 🏰🐝 | FA Cup ⚽🏆 |
| Manchester United vs. Fulham 🔴🛡️ | FA Cup ⚽🏆 |
| Newcastle United vs. Brighton & Hove Albion ⚫🔵 | FA Cup ⚽🏆 |
| Bournemouth vs. Wolverhampton Wanderers 🟠🐺 | FA Cup ⚽🏆 |
| Manchester City vs. Plymouth Argyle 🔵⚪ | FA Cup ⚽🏆 |
| Exeter City or Nottingham Forest vs. Ipswich Town 🟢🟡 | FA Cup ⚽🏆 |
Other notable ties:
- 🔹 Holders Manchester United will face Fulham.
- 🔹 Newcastle United take on Brighton.
- 🔹 Bournemouth are set to battle Wolverhampton Wanderers.
- 🔹 In lower-league affairs, Exeter City or Nottingham Forest will host Ipswich Town, while Aston Villa will meet Cardiff City.
The fifth-round action promises plenty of drama and excitement as the FA Cup continues to deliver unforgettable moments. Don’t miss these thrilling fixtures—grab your tickets and tune in! 🎟️📺✨
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