FA Cup fifth-round draw: Manchester City to host Plymouth

The draw for the fifth round of the English FA Cup has been made, with Manchester City set to host Plymouth Argyle, who are currently struggling in the Championship. Plymouth earned the opportunity to face the defending champions, Manchester City, after previously eliminating Premier League leaders Liverpool, which is undoubtedly a significant reward for their efforts.

Defending champions Manchester United will face Fulham, while Newcastle United will clash with Brighton, and Bournemouth will take on Wolves. These three matches are all contests between Premier League teams, guaranteeing intense competition and high stakes.

Furthermore, League One side Exeter or Premier League side Nottingham Forest will host Ipswich Town, while Aston Villa will face Cardiff City. The FA Cup fifth-round matches are scheduled to take place over the weekend of March 1st and 2nd.

The complete FA Cup fifth-round draw is as follows: Preston North End vs. Burnley, Aston Villa vs. Cardiff City, Crystal Palace vs. Millwall, Manchester United vs. Fulham, Newcastle United vs. Brighton, Bournemouth vs. Wolves, Manchester City vs. Plymouth, Exeter or Nottingham Forest vs. Ipswich Town.