Guide to the FA Cup fifth round draw: Date, time, teams, live stream & how to watch
With the FA Cup fourth round already underway, it's time to look ahead to the fifth round draw. Find out when and how to watch it live, the teams involved, and more!
Guide to the FA Cup fifth round draw, including when it is, how to watch it live, the teams involved and moreWith the 2025-26 FA Cup fourth round taking place this weekend, the fifth round is quickly coming into view and that means we have another draw to look forward to.Thirty-two teams will be whittled down to a final 16, with the big-hitters desperate to avoid the fate of teams such as Manchester United and Tottenham, who were dumped out in the previous round.Here, GOAL brings you the key information ahead of the fifth round draw of the 2025-26 FA Cup.The FA has yet to confirm the precise date and time for the FA Cup fifth round draw, but it is usually held during the coverage of the final matchday, which, in this case would be Monday February 16, 2026. The draw ceremony usually takes place before or after a live game and on Monday that game is Macclesfield against Brentford. We will update this section once the draw date and time are confirmed.The draw is likely to be available to stream live for free on the official FA Cup YouTube channel and its various social media platforms.In the UK it will also be broadcast live on TNT Sports, while ESPN+ will be streaming it in the USA.The following teams will be in the mix for the FA Cup fifth round:You can see the fourth round fixtures, including TV channels and streaming below.Once the draw is made, the teams will have around one month to prepare - the fifth round matches will be played across the weekend of March 6 to March 9.
FA Cup fifth-round draw date and time
The exact date and time for the FA Cup fifth round draw have yet to be confirmed by the FA. However, historically, it is usually held during the coverage of the final matchday. Based on the current schedule, the draw is expected to take place on Monday, February 16, 2026, coinciding with the Macclesfield vs. Brentford game. Stay tuned for the official announcement of the draw date and time.
How to watch the FA Cup fifth-round draw
You can catch the FA Cup fifth-round draw live on the official FA Cup YouTube channel and across their social media platforms. In the UK, the draw will also be broadcast on TNT Sports, while ESPN+ will be streaming it in the USA. Keep an eye out for further details on where to watch the draw as the date approaches.
Teams in the FA Cup fifth round
The notable teams involved in the FA Cup fifth round will be determined after the completion of the fourth round fixtures. Keep an eye on the matches and results to see which teams make it through to the next stage of the competition. Exciting matchups and potential upsets await in the fifth round draw.
FA Cup fifth-round matches schedule
Following the draw, teams will have approximately one month to prepare for their FA Cup fifth-round matches, scheduled to be played over the weekend of March 6 to March 9. Expect fierce competition as the surviving teams battle it out for a spot in the quarter-finals.
