What to Expect from the FA Cup Fourth Round Draws

The draw for the fourth round of the FA Cup has been made, setting up some exciting matchups for the weekend of February 8, 2025. The draw took place after Arsenal’s clash with Manchester United on Sunday night.

While a few third-round matches are still to be played, including Millwall’s home game against Dagenham & Redbridge on Monday, the fourth-round fixtures are already looking promising. Here’s a quick look at what we can expect:

• Manchester United vs Leicester City: A clash between Premier League sides, with Manchester United hoping to build on their recent FA Cup success and Leicester looking to upset the giants.
• Leeds United vs Millwall or Dagenham & Redbridge: If Millwall progress, this will be a competitive Championship matchup. If Dagenham & Redbridge make it, expect a thrilling underdog story.
• Brighton & Hove Albion vs Chelsea: A fascinating all-Premier League tie, with Brighton aiming to knock out one of the Cup’s most successful clubs in recent years.
• Preston North End or Charlton Athletic vs Wycombe Wanderers: A chance for lower-league teams to shine, with a potential giant-killing in the cards.
• Exeter City vs Nottingham Forest: Exeter will be hoping to make the most of home advantage against a strong Premier League side in Forest.
• Coventry City vs Ipswich Town: A competitive match between Championship and a Premier League team, with both sides eager for a deep Cup run.
• Blackburn Rovers vs Wolverhampton Wanderers: Two teams from the Championship and Premier League, respectively, face off in a potentially tight encounter.
• Mansfield Town or Wigan Athletic vs Fulham: A good opportunity for the lower-league side, whether it’s Mansfield or Wigan, to face Premier League opposition.
• Birmingham City vs Newcastle United: A solid matchup between two clubs from different divisions, with Birmingham looking to cause an upset at home.
• Plymouth Argyle vs Liverpool: Plymouth will face a tough challenge, but will relish the chance to test themselves against one of the top teams in England.
• Everton vs Bournemouth: An exciting tie between two Premier League clubs, with both sides aiming for a Cup run to boost their season.
• Aston Villa vs Tottenham Hotspur: Villa will look to exploit home advantage, while Spurs will be keen to advance under new management.
• Southampton vs Burnley: An intriguing match-up where Southampton will want to avoid a shock result against a resilient Burnley side.
• Leyton Orient or Derby County vs Manchester City: Manchester City will be the favourites, but Leyton Orient or Derby could provide a thrilling Cup upset.
• Doncaster Rovers vs Crystal Palace: A chance for Doncaster to take on a Premier League team, with Crystal Palace looking to progress with confidence.
• Stoke City vs Cardiff City: A clash between two Championship clubs, both with strong ambitions to make a Cup run.

Expect plenty of drama, upsets, and exciting matchups as the FA Cup continues to provide surprises! The ties will take place on the weekend of February 8, 2025.