03/10/2026
The FA Cup quarter-final draw for the 2025–26 season has been completed, featuring a heavyweight clash between Manchester City and Liverpool. All ties are scheduled to be played across the weekend of April 4–5, 2026.
2025–26 FA Cup Quarter-Final Draw
| Home Team | Away Team |
|---|---|
Manchester City | Liverpool |
Chelsea | Port Vale |
Southampton | Arsenal |
West Ham United | Leeds United |
Key Highlights
* The Blockbuster: Premier League title rivals Manchester City and Liverpool meet in the standout tie of the round.
* The Underdog: League One side Port Vale is the lowest-ranked team remaining and will travel to Stamford Bridge to face Chelsea.
* Championship Representation: Southampton and Leeds United are the only other non-top-flight sides remaining in the competition.
* Advancement: West Ham United secured their spot in the final draw after defeating Brentford on penalties in the final fifth-round fixture.
Remaining Schedule
* Quarter-finals: Weekend of Saturday, April 4, 2026.
* Semi-finals: Weekend of Saturday, April 25, 2026 (at Wembley).
* Final: Saturday, May 16, 2026 (at Wembley).