The anticipation is mounting as fans eagerly await the draw for the quarter-finals of the FA Cup, where top teams will discover their next opponents.
remarkable journey has been a highlight of the competition, with George Elokobi’s side making waves by defeating Ipswich before bowing out against Coventry. Coventry’s emphatic 5-0 win solidified their place among the three non-Premier League teams left in the tournament.
Meanwhile, Championship leaders Leicester secured their spot with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Bournemouth in extra time. Leeds, the other non-Premier League side, are awaiting their fate pending their match against Chelsea.
The draw could see defending champions Manchester City, fresh off a dominant 6-2 victory over Luton, face off against Newcastle, who advanced via a penalty shootout against Blackburn. Additionally, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Manchester United are poised to enter the draw pending the outcome of their fifth-round ties on Wednesday.
Here are the numbers for the FA Cup quarter-final draw:
- Newcastle United
- Chelsea or Leeds United
- Leicester City
- Liverpool or Southampton
- Nottingham Forest or Manchester United
- Wolverhampton Wanderers or Brighton & Hove Albion
- Coventry City
- Manchester City
The draw will take place on Wednesday, February 28, around 7pm GMT, live on ITV4 ahead of the Chelsea vs. Leeds match at Stamford Bridge. Hosted by Seema Jaswal, the draw will feature former Arsenal and England goalkeeper David Seaman drawing the balls.
The FA Cup quarter-finals will take place on weekend of Saturday, March 16, with semi-finals at Wembley on April 20. The final is set for Saturday, May 25, with coverage shared between BBC and ITV.
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