FA Cup Fifth Round Draw Set for February 10, 2025

Doncaster, England — The draw for the FA Cup fifth round, the last 16 teams in the tournament, is scheduled for February 10, 2025, at approximately 2:10 PM ET. The event precedes the match between Doncaster Rovers and Crystal Palace, adding excitement to the proceedings as teams vie for a spot in the prestigious competition.

This year’s FA Cup continues to be marked by its storied tradition, showcasing the ongoing allure of the world’s oldest football cup. Among the teams still in contention are four from outside the Premier League, demonstrating the cup’s ability to surprise and generate underdog stories.

The fifth round matchups are set to take place during the weekend of March 1. The teams hoping to advance include Manchester United, Millwall, Brighton & Hove Albion, Preston North End, and Newcastle United, alongside others. Notably, the upcoming draw will determine matchups that could see exciting clashes as these teams aim for glory at Wembley Stadium.

In the build-up to the draw, Doncaster Rovers’ manager Grant McCann expressed optimism, stating, ‘We’re here to challenge ourselves against a Premier League team and hopefully continue the tradition of cup upsets.’ His team is eager to carry the flag for Yorkshire and prove their mettle against Crystal Palace, who currently sit higher in the league standings.

Fans can catch the live draw via the Football Association’s official social media channels, FACEBOOK. The draw will also be covered by BBC in the UK and various platforms, signifying its importance to supporters of the vying clubs.

The recent fourth round saw dramatic outcomes, including high-flying Liverpool being eliminated by Plymouth Argyle, a Championship side currently struggling near the bottom of the table. Plymouth’s Ryan Hardie scored the decisive penalty to secure their place in the next round, marking a significant upset. ‘Argyle beat the Premier League leaders!’ boasted the official social media accounts of the club after their historic win.

Additional notable exits included Chelsea, Tottenham, and Southampton, with only both Manchester clubs managing to progress after tough matches against Leicester City and Leyton Orient, respectively. This critical juncture in the competition reveals that anything can happen as clubs shift their focus toward potential victory.

As anticipation builds for the fifth round draw, the football community remains engaged, eagerly speculating which matchups will arise and which teams may carve their paths toward the FA Cup final set for May 17.