**FA Cup Quarter-Final Draw: Key Details Unveiled**
The FA Cup frenzy continues to grip football fans across the country, with the quarter-final draw set to add more excitement to the prestigious tournament. As the fifth round clashes unfold this weekend, teams battle it out for a coveted spot among the final eight contenders. Aston Villa, Crystal Palace, Preston North End, Bournemouth, and Manchester City have already secured their places in the quarter-finals, with two more games scheduled for today.
Today’s matches include a face-off between Newcastle United and Brighton, along with competition holders Manchester United taking on Fulham. The quarter-finals are scheduled to take place on the weekend of Saturday, March 29, adding to the anticipation of fans. Subsequently, the semi-finals are expected to occur towards the end of April, leading up to the grand finale set for Saturday, May 17.
**When is the FA Cup quarter-final draw?**
Enthusiasts eagerly anticipating the draw can catch the action soon after the Manchester United versus Fulham game on Sunday afternoon, which will be broadcasted on BBC One. While official timings are yet to be confirmed, the commencement of the match at 4:30 pm suggests that the draw may occur around 6:30 pm, with the BBC broadcast wrapping up at 6:45 pm.
The draw will determine the matchups for the quarter-finals with each team being assigned a ball number for the draw. The ball numbers for the draw are as follows:
1. Preston North End
2. Aston Villa
3. Crystal Palace
4. Manchester United or Fulham
5. Newcastle or Brighton
6. AFC Bournemouth
7. Manchester City
8. Nottingham Forest or Ipswich Town
Football aficionados can tune in to witness the excitement of the draw as the competition intensifies, with each team vying for the chance to progress further towards FA Cup glory. Stay tuned for more updates on the unfolding drama and anticipation surrounding one of the most prestigious football tournaments in the UK. You won’t want to miss a minute of the action as the drama of the FA Cup quarter-finals unfurls.