FA Cup: Nine Teams Book Places in Fifth Round

FA Cup: Nine Teams Book Places in Fifth Round

At least nine clubs have secured qualification for the fifth round of the FA Cup following the conclusion of several fourth-round fixtures played over the weekend in the 2025–26 season.

Wrexham and Chelsea were among the first sides to confirm their progression on Friday, before more teams joined the list on Saturday.

At the Etihad Stadium, Manchester City recorded a comfortable 2–0 victory over Salford to seal their place in the next round.
West Ham United also advanced after Crysencio Summerville scored the decisive goal in extra time against Burton Albion.

Meanwhile, Newcastle United overcame Aston Villa at Villa Park, while Liverpool cruised to a 3–0 win over Brighton to complete the list of confirmed qualifiers so far.

Several fourth-round matches are still to be played, with more teams expected to join the fifth-round lineup once all fixtures are concluded.

Clubs already through to the FA Cup fifth round:

Wrexham

Chelsea

Manchester City

West Ham United

Newcastle United

Southampton

Mansfield Town

Norwich City

Liverpool


The remaining fixtures will determine the final composition of teams heading into the fifth round of the prestigious knockout competition.

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