Just days after the first domestic trophy was handed out, the destination of this season’s FA Cup is set to become clearer.
Manchester United lifted the Carabao Cup at Wembley last weekend, having beaten Newcastle 2-0 at Wembley. But the Red Devils’ attention quickly reverted back to the world’s oldest cup competition as they go in search of more silverware.
The draw for the quarter finals is set to be completed following the completion of the fifth-round ties being played this week. United’s top-six rivals Manchester City have already secured safe passage to the next round, while Tottenham are also looking to book their places in the last eight. Grimsby - the lowest ranked side remaining - will hope to continue their fairy-tale journey when they take on Southampton.
With no replays, and all ties being plated to a conclusion, by the time the draw gets underway, we will know every team in the hat. Here’s all you need to know ahead of the names going in the hat.
When is the draw for the FA Cup quarter finals?
With eight ties being played across Tuesday and Wednesday, the all-important draw will start after Sheffield United face Tottenham at Bramall Lane on March 1. That kicks off at 7:55pm and so should the game finish in 90 minutes, the draw could start at around 10pm.
How can I watch?
The Blades’ clash with Tottenham is being shown on BBC One, BBC iPlayer and on the BBC Sport app. As well as being included in the BBC coverage, the Emirates FA Cup social media channels will also stream the draw in its entirety. And don’t forget, Mirror Football will also cover it LIVE with all the reaction to follow.
When are the quarter final ties played?
The fifth round will seen all games played in a midweek slot of fixtures, but in the quarters, matches will return to the weekend. They will be played across the weekend of March 18, with the semis a month later at the end of April and the final being played at Wembley on June 3.
Ball numbers
Until the games are completed, we won’t know the exact teams, but each tie has already been assigned a number for the draw.
Southampton or Grimsby Town
Blackburn Rovers
Brighton & Hove Albion
Sheffield United or Tottenham Hotspur
Fulham
Manchester City
Manchester United or West Ham United
Burnley or Fleetwood Town
