The excitement of the 2024/25 FA Cup continues as the tournament nears its crucial stages. With just eight matches in the fifth round, teams are now only a couple of wins away from a trip to Wembley.
Here’s everything you need to know about the FA Cup fifth round draw, including the date, time, broadcast details, and the teams involved.
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When is the FA Cup Fifth Round Draw?
The FA Cup fifth round draw will take place on Monday, 10 February 2025, ahead of the Doncaster Rovers vs. Crystal Palace match that same evening.
📅 Date: Monday, 10 February 2025
⏰ Time: 19:10 GMT
📍 Where to Watch: BBC One, FA Cup’s social media channels
Additionally, Exeter City and Nottingham Forest will discover their potential opponents before their fourth-round replay on Tuesday.
How to Watch the FA Cup Fifth Round Draw
The draw will be broadcast live on BBC One’s ‘The One Show’ and streamed across the FA Cup’s official social media platforms, including:
- 📺 BBC One
- 🐦 X (formerly Twitter)
The draw will be conducted by presenter Kelly Sommers, with Alex Scott and Theo Walcott picking the teams.
FA Cup Fifth Round Draw Ball Numbers
Here’s the full list of teams and their corresponding ball numbers:
| Ball Number | Team(s) |
|---|---|
| 1 | Manchester United |
| 2 | Millwall |
| 3 | Brighton & Hove Albion |
| 4 | Preston North End |
| 5 | Exeter City or Nottingham Forest |
| 6 | Ipswich Town |
| 7 | Wolverhampton Wanderers |
| 8 | Fulham |
| 9 | Newcastle United |
| 10 | Plymouth Argyle |
| 11 | Bournemouth |
| 12 | Aston Villa |
| 13 | Burnley |
| 14 | Manchester City |
| 15 | Doncaster Rovers or Crystal Palace |
| 16 | Cardiff City |
Who do you want your team to face in the fifth round? Let us know in the comments! 👇
When Will FA Cup Fifth Round Matches Be Played?
The fifth round matches will be played on the weekend of Saturday, 1 March 2025. There will be no replays, meaning all fixtures will be settled on the day via extra time or penalties if required.
Looking ahead:
✅ Quarter-finals: End of March
✅ Semi-finals: Late April
✅ Final: Saturday, 17 May 2025 (one week before the Premier League season ends)
Which team do you think will lift the trophy this year? Drop your predictions below! ⚽🏆
