FA Cup Quarter-Final Draw Scheduled
The FA Cup quarter-final draw today will take place on March 9, 2026, at 7:05pm GMT. This event will occur during the coverage of the final game of the fifth round, which features West Ham facing Brentford.
The draw will determine the matchups for the quarter-finals, which are set to be played over the weekend of April 3 to April 6, 2026. The teams participating in the draw include Southampton, Port Vale, Manchester City, Leeds United, Arsenal, Liverpool, Chelsea, and either West Ham or Brentford.
Notably, Port Vale is the lowest-ranked side remaining in the competition and will be up against Chelsea in the quarter-finals. This matchup is particularly historic, as the last time these two teams met in a competitive fixture was in 1929.
In addition to the Port Vale vs. Chelsea clash, Manchester City will host Liverpool, while Southampton will take on Arsenal. West Ham United will face Leeds United in another exciting quarter-final matchup.
The draw will be hosted by Darren Fletcher and Ally McCoist, with Joe Hart responsible for retrieving the balls during the event. This setup promises an engaging atmosphere as fans eagerly await the outcomes.
The FA Cup is now approaching its final stages, with 16 teams set to be reduced to the last eight. This prestigious tournament continues to capture the attention of football fans across the country.
As the draw approaches, observers are keen to see how the matchups will unfold and which teams will advance to the semi-finals. Details remain unconfirmed regarding the specific broadcast arrangements for the draw.
