Arsenal to Face Third-Tier Mansfield, Newcastle Host Man City in FA Cup
- On Monday, February 16, 2026, the FA Cup fifth-round draw took place, producing Mansfield Town vs Arsenal and Newcastle vs Manchester City among last-16 ties.
- After Mansfield stunned Burnley 2-1, Nigel Clough's side earned a home tie at Field Mill for the fifth round scheduled for the weekend of March 7-8, 2026.
- Karen Carney and Joe Cole conducted the draw, producing notable ties including Wrexham hosting Chelsea and Liverpool facing Wolves.
- Mansfield's home tie promises a financial and attention boost, as the Field Mill match should increase local revenue and fan interest.
- On March 22, 2026, Arsenal and Manchester City meet again in the Carabao Cup final, and the FA Cup quarterfinal draw is expected on Monday, March 9, 2026.
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FA Cup fifth round draw confirmed
The draw for the fifth round of the FA Cup has been conducted on Monday evening. The pick of the ties will see Newcastle United host Manchester City. Both teams faced off in the semi-finals of the Carabao Cup, with Pep Guardiola’s men qualifying for the final. Arsenal travel to Manfield Yown, while Wolves host Liverpool. The ties will be played on the weekend of March 7/8. FA CUP FIFTH ROUND DRAW Fulham vs Southampton Port Vale/Bristol City vs S…
FA Cup fifth-round draw in full as Liverpool, Chelsea and Man City learn fate and Mansfield land dream opponent
The FA Cup fifth round has thrown up a blockbuster encounter, with Newcastle United drawn at home against Manchester City in the standout fixture of the last sixteen
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