The stage is set for the FA Cup quarter-finals, with the draw taking place on Wednesday night after the conclusion of the fifth-round ties. Here’s a breakdown of the exciting matchups:
Haaland on Fire, Manchester City Face Newcastle: Reigning champions Manchester City, fresh off a dominant 6-2 victory against Luton Town where Erling Haaland bagged a stunning five goals, will lock horns with Newcastle United in the quarter-finals.
Potential Blockbuster: Liverpool vs. United? Football fans are in for a treat as the draw has set up a potential mouthwatering clash between Liverpool and Manchester United in the next round. However, both sides must first win their respective fifth-round matches – Liverpool play Southampton, while United travel to Nottingham Fores
Coventry, Leicester Face Uncertain Opponents: The lowest-ranked team remaining in the competition, Coventry City, will face the winner of the upcoming fifth-round clash between Wolverhampton Wanderers and Brighton & Hove Albion. Meanwhile, Championship leaders Leicester City will take on the victor of the Chelsea vs. Leeds United tie, adding another layer of intrigue to the competition.
The quarter-final matches are scheduled for the weekend of March 16-17, with exact dates and times to be confirmed. With several high-profile matchups and an underdog still in the mix, the FA Cup continues to deliver captivating storylines and promises an exciting run-in to the final.
Quarter-final draw:
Wolverhampton/Brighton V Coventry City
Nottingham Forest/Manchester United V Liverpool/Southampton
Chelsea/Leeds United V Leicester City
Manchester City V Newcastle United
