FA Cup fourth round draw – live
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FA Cup Fourth Round Draw – Live
The FA Cup fourth round draw is taking place live on Monday, January 12, 2026, hosted by Darren Fletcher and Ally McCoist, with former players Steven Gerrard and Joe Cole conducting the draw.[1][2]
At the time of reporting, 22 teams have been confirmed for the hat following their third-round victories, while 10 ties remain unresolved, with matches concluding as late as Tuesday, January 20. Notable Premier League sides advancing include Chelsea (5-1 win over Charlton Athletic), Aston Villa, Manchester City, Newcastle United, Fulham, Brentford, Burnley, Leicester City, Sunderland, and Wolverhampton Wanderers. Lower-league surprises feature Wrexham, Port Vale, Wigan Athletic, Grimsby Town, Burton Albion, Stoke City, Macclesfield, and Birmingham City.[1][2][4][5][6]
Confirmed Ball Numbers
| Ball No. | Team |
|---|---|
| 1 | Wolverhampton Wanderers |
| 2 | Southampton |
| 3 | Aston Villa |
| 4 | Port Vale |
| 5 | Wigan Athletic |
| 6 | Ipswich Town |
| 7 | Wrexham |
| 8 | Chelsea |
| 9 | Manchester City |
| 24 | Newcastle United |
| 28 | Bristol City |
Pending outcomes include Liverpool or Barnsley (7:45pm, Jan 12), Portsmouth or Arsenal (2pm Sunday), Manchester United or Brighton (4:30pm Sunday), and others.[1][2]
The fourth round proper is scheduled for Saturday, February 14, 2026, promising potential giant-killings as underdogs eye upsets against top-flight giants in this historic competition.[1][3]
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