FA Cup fifth-round draw – Arsenal face trip to Mansfield, Newcastle to host Manchester City
By Tom Bennett
Updated 16/02/2026 at 19:49 GMT
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The draw has been made for the Emirates FA Cup fifth round, with some headline fixtures confirmed for the last 16. There were shocks in round four, notably Mansfield's stunning win over Burnley, and the minnows have found out their opponents in the fifth-round draw on Monday evening, which was held live on TNT Sports and discovery+.
Highlights: Liverpool dispatch Brighton to march into fifth round
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Fifth-round draw offers glamour ties and giant-killing potential
Arsenal will travel to League One side Mansfield Town in the fifth round of the FA Cup having been handed an away trip to Field Mill in Monday’s draw, while Newcastle United will host Manchester City in the biggest heavyweight clash of the round.
Wolverhampton Wanderers will host Liverpool in the only other guaranteed all-Premier League encounter, with Brentford potentially facing a trip across London to play West Ham United should they get past Macclesfield in the Monday-evening fixture - live on TNT Sports and discovery+.
Here’s a reminder of the draw in full, with the games scheduled to be played in three weeks’ time:
- Fulham v Southampton
- Port Vale or Bristol City v Sunderland
- Newcastle United v Manchester City
- Leeds United v Norwich City
- Mansfield Town v Arsenal
- Wolverhampton Wanderers vs Liverpool
- Wrexham v Chelsea
- West Ham United v Macclesfield or Brentford
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'Drinks all around for that one if we win' - Macclesfield owner reacts to FA Cup fifth round draw
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When will the fifth-round matches be played?
So we now know the fixtures, and those eight FA Cup fifth-round ties are scheduled to be played on the weekend of March 7, 2026.
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Joe Cole’s favourite fifth-round ties
Joe Cole, who drew out the balls along with Karen Carney, has picked out the two games that pique his interest - West Ham United v Macclesfield or Brentford, and Wrexham v Chelsea.
"It's really exciting. For West Ham, the FA Cup has not been kind for a club of that stature. They will be looking at that draw and think they've got a chance. It's a home tie in the last 16.
"Chelsea against Wrexham is the Hollywood tie, given all the money that Wrexham have spent coming up the leagues. Now, they've got a real giant coming to town so I'm really excited."
A classic FA Cup tie
Arsenal will travel to Mansfield Town, the only League One side currently through to the fifth round, in what is a classic FA Cup draw. The televised fixtures have yet to be announced, but it’s safe to predict that that will be one of them.
"I'm liking the look of Mansfield v Arsenal," TNT Sports' Ally McCoist said immediately after the draw.
"I was speaking to Nigel [Clough] this morning and he was more interested in Mansfield's league game on Tuesday [against Blackpool] but I bet that's given him something to think about.
"That's the one I can't wait for, but there's also that all-Premier League tie between Newcastle and Manchester City."
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'WOW' - League One's Mansfield Town draw Premier League leaders Arsenal in fifth round of the FA Cup
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Another Premier League opponent could await Macclesfield
Should Macclesfield make it past Brentford this evening then they will get an away game against another Premier League outfit. A trip to Stratford and the London Stadium would be the reward for the only non-league club left in the competition.
"Definitely [it gives us a target]," club owner Rob Smethurst told TNT Sports immediately after the draw. "The boys are going to be so up for tonight, and what a draw that would be. We're super excited for tonight."
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Crouch and Cole meet Macclesfield owner Smethurst - 'It helps you build a dream'
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The FA Cup fifth-round fixtures
These are the fixtures for the FA Cup fifth round:
Fulham vs Southampton
Port Vale or Bristol City vs Sunderland
Newcastle United vs Manchester City - "What a tie that is," says Ally McCoist
Leeds United vs Norwich City
Mansfield Town vs Arsenal
Wolverhampton Wanderers vs Liverpool
Wrexham vs Chelsea
West Ham United vs Macclesfield or Brentford
Cole and Carney to make the draw
Fletch and McCoist are hosting the show and it’s Joe Cole and Karen Carney who will be drawing out the balls this evening. They’re ready and waiting.
Time for the draw
We’re minutes away from finding out the draw for the FA Cup fifth round. Tune in on whatever platform suits you best:
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Arteta says 'intensity and intention' were key for first-half rout
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A dramatic ending at Burton
One of the more extraordinary finishes to a game this weekend came from West Ham’s Summerville:
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Highlights: Summerville steps up for Hammers against battling Burton
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Magic moments you may have missed
The Emirates FA Cup is not just about David v Goliath narratives and dreams of silverware. From broken nets to rubber masks, flying punches to unlikely heroes, allow us to guide you through a selection of magic cup moments you may have missed from the weekend.
Watch the draw live on TNT Sports
In a little over half an hour the draw will be live to watch on TNT Sports. And stick around afterwards for this evening’s live FA Cup fixture.
Who’s in the draw?
There will be 18 teams in the draw across 16 numbers. Want to know the number of your club? You’re in luck:
1. Liverpool
2. Fulham
3. Sunderland
4. Southampton
5. Wrexham
6. Arsenal
7. Chelsea
8. West Ham United
9. Mansfield Town
10. Norwich City
11. Port Vale or Bristol City
12. Wolverhampton Wanderers
13. Newcastle United
14. Manchester City
15. Macclesfield or Brentford
16. Leeds United
2. Fulham
3. Sunderland
4. Southampton
5. Wrexham
6. Arsenal
7. Chelsea
8. West Ham United
9. Mansfield Town
10. Norwich City
11. Port Vale or Bristol City
12. Wolverhampton Wanderers
13. Newcastle United
14. Manchester City
15. Macclesfield or Brentford
16. Leeds United
When are the rounds being played?
There are four more rounds to go in the FA Cup, and these are the weekends when the matches will be played:
- Fifth Round: Weekend of March 7, 2026
- Quarter-Final: Weekend of April 4, 2026
- Semi-Final: Weekend of April 25, 2026
- Final: Saturday, May 16, 2026
Szoboszlai bags another beauty
There was another gem from Liverpool’s all-action star Dominic Szoboszlai this weekend, helping Slot’s team ease past Brighton a match-up between two Premier League sides.
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Highlights: Liverpool dispatch Brighton to march into fifth round
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Arsenal introduce another teenager
Every now and again Mikel Arteta likes to bring in a youngster to the Arsenal team, and he was at it again at the weekend, subbing off goalkeeper Kepa late on to give teenager Tommy Setford some game time. Find out more about the Gunners’ young stopper:
Conditions level the playing field
The persistent rain of the last month has had a significant impact on playing surfaces across the country, and Wolves boss Rob Edwards spoke to TNT Sports about the old-school challenge of playing on mud rather than grass.
Hollywood magic remains on the cards
The documentary team following Wrexham will be starting to hope that some big content is on the horizon for them, with Phil Parkinson’s side into the fifth round while also riding high in the Championship. The glitz and the glamour does occasionally disguise just what an amazing story Wrexham’s rise through the ranks has been in recent seasons. Here’s how they progressed through the fourth round.
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Highlights: Wrexham continue dream FA Cup run with victory over Ipswich
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Crouch and Cole visit Macclesfield
Ahead of tonight’s game, TNT Sports pundits Peter Crouch and Joe Cole travelled to Macclesfield to chat to manager John Rooney in the latest installment of TNT Sports’ Training Day.
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Crouch and Cole meet Macclesfield boss Rooney
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Macclesfield’s dream run continues
National League North side Macclesfield host tonight’s big game, which is coming up after the draw.
Read more about Macclesfield’s FA Cup journey:
How Chelsea laid down a marker
Liam Rosenior’s successful start to life as Chelsea manager continued in the opening game of the weekend as his team ran out comfortable 4-0 winners against Hull City – a club that he both played for and managed earlier in his career.
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Highlights: Neto hat-trick steers Chelsea into FA Cup fifth round
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Villa bow out in all-Premier League clash
Aston Villa vs Newcastle was one of the stand-out fixtures of the weekend, and the Magpies continued their recent revival with a 3-1 win at Villa Park to deny Unai Emery’s side an extended cup run.
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Highlights: Newcastle come from behind to advance against Villa in frantic cup tie
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The lowest-ranked team assured of a fifth-round spot
Mansfield Town are the only club from League One or below who have successfully progressed beyond the fourth round as it stands. Their 2-1 win over Burnley on Saturday secured them a spot in this evening’s draw.
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FA Cup fourth-round highlights - Burnley v Mansfield Town
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"When he was at Palace, he really made his mark there," Keown said, adding:
"He scored the winning goal in the FA Cup final for Palace. Those big moments now need to come in an Arsenal shirt."
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Premier League leaders eye cup silverware
Arsenal were the big winners in the FA Cup yesterday and are still theoretically on course for a quadruple this season after a trophy-less run for the past five years under Mikel Arteta. Here’s how the Gunners brushed aside Wigan Athletic.
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Highlights: Arsenal cruise into fifth round with win over Wigan
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Fourteen teams have sealed a spot in the draw
There are 14 clubs already assured of appearing in this evening’s draw, with Port Vale’s meeting with Bristol City to be rescheduled after a waterlogged pitch prevented play at the weekend, and Macclesfield taking on Brentford this evening.
The draw will take place prior to tonight’s game, and TNT Sports will bring it you live.
Fifth-round draw LIVE
The Emirates FA Cup is front and centre once again on Monday, with Macclesfield facing Brentford in front of the TNT Sports and discovery+ cameras, but prior to that, the draw for the fifth round takes place - and you can follow it right here.
The draw will take place during coverage of Macclesfield v Brentford, with the balls set to be pulled out around 18:35 UK time.
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