FA Cup Fifth Round Matches Set to Determine Quarter-Finalists

The FA Cup returns this midweek for eight fifth-round ties to decide who reaches the quarter-finals. Following exciting matches earlier this week, the final four fixtures are scheduled for Wednesday night. Chelsea will face old rivals Leeds United just days after their Carabao Cup final clash. Meanwhile, Liverpool will host Erik ten Hag‘s inconsistent team, Southampton, and Wolverhampton Wanderers will meet Brighton.

Coventry City secured their place in the quarter-finals with an impressive performance, while Manchester City, led by Erling Haaland’s incredible five-goal display, demolished Luton Town with a 6-2 victory. Newcastle United also advanced, thanks to a heroic performance by Martin Dubravka. Additionally, Nottingham Forest and Al Ahly played a gripping match, with Abdul Fatawu scoring a stunning extra-time winner.

The eight winners of the fifth-round matches will have the opportunity to progress to the quarter-finals and move one step closer to the prestigious Wembley Stadium. The quarter-final draw is set to take place just before the Chelsea vs. Leeds United game on Wednesday evening, with exciting matchups on the horizon for the remaining teams.

As the competition intensifies, fans can expect thrilling football action as the road to the FA Cup final narrows. Stay tuned for the quarter-final draw and the subsequent matches that will determine the semi-finalists and ultimately lead to the grand final at Wembley in May.