Liverpool is set to clash with arch-rivals Manchester United in a blockbuster FA Cup quarter-final at Old Trafford, igniting an explosive battle for supremacy.
Your finalised #EmiratesFACup quarter-final draw 👇
— Emirates FA Cup (@EmiratesFACup) February 28, 2024
United secured their spot in the thrilling final eight with a narrow 1-0 victory over Nottingham Forest at the City Ground, while Liverpool’s dynamic young team demolished Southampton with a 3-0 triumph. The epic showdown is slated for the action-packed weekend of March 16 and 17, promising an unforgettable spectacle.
In another dramatic twist, Championship frontrunners Leicester are poised to storm Stamford Bridge, challenging Chelsea after Conor Gallagher’s dramatic late goal sealed a 3-2 win against Leeds in a breathtaking clash.
Adding to the excitement, Coventry will face Wolves at Molineux in a fierce encounter following Wolves’ decisive victory over Brighton. Holders Manchester City will play Newcastle. And you can watch these FA Cup games on BBC iPlayer abroad using a reliable VPN like ExpressVPN.
What does this mean for the titans, Liverpool and Man Utd, in their upcoming schedules?
Man Utd’s next five fixtures
- Man City (A) – March 3
- Everton (H) – March 9
- Liverpool (H, FA Cup) – March 16
- Brentford (A) – March 30
- Chelsea (A) – April 4
Liverpool’s next five fixtures
- Nottingham Forest (A) – March 2
- Sparta Prague (A, Europa League) – March 7
- Man City (H) – March 10
- Sparta Prague (H, Europa League) – March 14
- Man Utd (A, FA Cup) – March 16
Man Utd’s anticipated match against Sheffield United, originally set for March 16 at Old Trafford, will now be delayed until after the international break due to their FA Cup advancement.
Similarly, Liverpool’s eagerly awaited Merseyside derby against Everton is also on hold, adding another layer of anticipation.
Bruno Fernandes now has 15+ goal involvements in EVERY season he’s played for @ManUtd ⚽️🅰#EmiratesFACup pic.twitter.com/nbcKqPPmJ6
— Emirates FA Cup (@EmiratesFACup) February 29, 2024
While United looks ahead to only two more matches before their monumental clash with Liverpool, the Reds are on a grueling path with Premier League battles against Nottingham Forest and Manchester City, alongside both legs of their Europa League round-of-16 tie with Sparta Prague, setting the stage for an epic saga of football prowess.
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