FA Cup draw revealed as Arsenal, City, Liverpool & more learn their fate; who will face whom?

The FA Cup quarter-final draw, announced on March 9, 2026, has delivered a blockbuster clash between Manchester City and Liverpool, while handing Arsenal and Chelsea significantly more favorable paths toward Wembley.

The ties are set for the weekend of April 4-5, 2026, with the winners advancing to the semi-finals of English football's oldest knockout competition. The standout matchup sees Manchester City host Liverpool at the Etihad Stadium in what many are calling the tie of the round.

FA Cup draw revealed as Arsenal, City, Liverpool & more learn their fate; who will face whom?

The two sides, which have dominated recent Premier League seasons, promise a high-stakes encounter filled with attacking flair and tactical intrigue. Chelsea, meanwhile, will welcome League One side Port Vale to Stamford Bridge, offering the Blues a strong opportunity to progress deep into the tournament.

The final quarter-final pits Arsenal against Championship outfit Southampton away from home, while the winner of the West Ham vs Brentford fifth-round game, which concluded with the Hammers advancing on penalties, will host Leeds United.

The draw has ignited passionate fan responses, particularly among Arsenal supporters who view their pairing as a golden chance to push for silverware amid a busy season. A look at the full breakdown of the draw, below: