Key Takeaways:
- Newcastle will welcome Manchester City in the fifth round of the FA Cup, with progression decided in a single match
- Liverpool, Arsenal, and Chelsea have all been drawn away, with Arsenal set to travel to third-division Mansfield Town and Chelsea meeting Championship side Wrexham.
- Leeds United are scheduled to host Norwich
Headline Fixture: Newcastle v Manchester City
The draw for the upcoming fifth round of the FA Cup has produced a standout tie, as Newcastle United are set to host reigning Premier League champions Manchester City. This highly anticipated encounter will be settled over a single match, ramping up the stakes for both clubs. Adding to the drama, Newcastle and Manchester City are due to meet once more in the league on 21 February, just days after their cup showdown.
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Premier League Sides Hit the Road
Elsewhere, Liverpool have been handed an away tie against Wolverhampton Wanderers, who are currently struggling in the Premier League. Both Arsenal and Chelsea also drew away fixtures. Arsenal, topping the league table, have been given a favourable matchup as they travel to face Mansfield Town, currently positioned in the third division. Chelsea, meanwhile, will visit Wrexham, who are competing in the Championship. Leeds United, with Ilia Gruev in their squad, are set to play at home, hosting Norwich in their fifth-round encounter.
Looking Ahead
The fifth round promises compelling matchups, with top-flight clubs facing significant away challenges and a headline encounter at St. James’ Park between Newcastle and Man City. All ties are to be settled in a single match, underscoring the unpredictable nature of this season’s FA Cup.
