In a thrilling FA Cup fifth-round draw, reigning English champions Manchester City are set to host Championship underdogs Plymouth Argyle at the Etihad Stadium. Plymouth, fresh off their stunning victory over Premier League leaders Liverpool, now face an even more formidable challenge against Pep Guardiola's powerhouse squad.
The draw has produced several intriguing all-Premier League matchups, with Newcastle United facing Brighton and Bournemouth taking on Wolverhampton Wanderers. Meanwhile, FA Cup holders Manchester United will welcome Fulham to Old Trafford in what promises to be an exciting encounter between two established top-flight sides.
League One outfit Exeter City adds to the tournament's magic, awaiting either Nottingham Forest or Ipswich Town at St James Park. Aston Villa, enjoying an impressive season under Unai Emery, will battle Cardiff City in another compelling fixture.
Other notable ties include Preston North End versus Burnley, and Doncaster Rovers or Crystal Palace facing Millwall. All matches are scheduled to take place during the weekend of March 1 and 2, as the road to Wembley continues to unfold.
The fifth round promises to deliver more of the FA Cup's trademark drama and potential upsets, with Plymouth Argyle's visit to Manchester City standing out as particularly intriguing after their heroics against Liverpool. Football fans across England will be eagerly anticipating these matchups as the competition enters its crucial stages.
