Plymouth Argyle’s remarkable FA Cup upset over Liverpool has earned them a dream tie against Manchester City in the fifth round. The Championship strugglers, who stunned the Premier League leaders with a 1-0 victory at Home Park, will now travel to the Etihad Stadium to face Pep Guardiola’s side.
The draw for the fifth round was made on Monday, and it has produced several intriguing matchups. Holders Manchester United will face Fulham at Old Trafford, while Aston Villa will host Cardiff City. Crystal Palace will take on Millwall in a London derby, and Newcastle United will face Brighton & Hove Albion.
Plymouth’s Giant-Killing Act
Plymouth’s victory over Liverpool was one of the biggest upsets in recent FA Cup history. The League Two side, who are currently bottom of their division, produced a disciplined and determined performance to overcome Jurgen Klopp’s star-studded team.
Ryan Hardie’s second-half penalty proved to be the difference, sending Plymouth into the fifth round and ending Liverpool’s hopes of a quadruple this season.
Intriguing Fifth-Round Ties
The fifth-round draw has produced several exciting matchups, with the tie between Manchester City and Plymouth Argyle arguably the pick of the round. Championship side Preston North End will also face a tough test against Premier League side Burnley.
The FA Cup fifth round will be played across the weekend of March 1-2, with the final taking place at Wembley Stadium on May 18.
FA Cup fifth round draw in full:
Preston North End vs. Burnley
Aston Villa vs. Cardiff City
Crystal Palace vs. Millwall
Manchester United vs. Fulham
Newcastle United vs. Brighton & Hove Albion
Bournemouth vs. Wolverhampton Wanderers
Manchester City vs. Plymouth Argyle
Exeter City or Nottingham Forest vs. Ipswich Town
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