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·16 Februari 2026
FA Cup fifth round draw: Newcastle host Man City

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·16 Februari 2026

Newcastle United will host Manchester City in the standout tie of the FA Cup fifth round after the draw was made.
The all-Premier League clash at St James’ Park immediately jumps off the page, with Pep Guardiola’s side facing a tough away test against Eddie Howe’s men.
Elsewhere, Arsenal will travel to League One side Mansfield Town. The Premier League leaders swept past Wigan Athletic 4-0 in the previous round, while Nigel Clough’s Mansfield earned their reward with an impressive win over Burnley.
Chelsea face a trip to Wrexham, who have reached this stage for the first time since 1997. The Welsh club, owned by Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, edged past Ipswich Town and now prepare to welcome the Blues.
Liverpool have been drawn away to Wolves after their 3-0 win over Brighton, while Fulham host Championship outfit Southampton.
Leeds United meet Norwich City in another intriguing tie, with Daniel Farke set for a reunion against his former club.
Sunderland will play either Port Vale or Bristol City, whose fourth-round fixture was postponed due to a waterlogged pitch. Meanwhile, National League side Macclesfield FC could earn a trip to West Ham if they overcome Brentford in their outstanding fourth-round match.
The fifth-round fixtures will take place over the weekend of 7-8 March.
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 v Liverpool
Wrexham v Chelsea
West Ham United v Macclesfield or Brentford









































