The FA Cup is the most prestigious domestic cup competition in England, second only to the Premier League in terms of domestic football accolades.
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Chelsea and Manchester City have learned their opponents for the fourth round of the FA Cup, as the competition heats up and the journey to Wembley continues.
Chelsea will travel to Brighton & Hove Albion for the fourth round of the FA Cup, following a commanding 5-0 victory over Morecambe at Stamford Bridge on Saturday afternoon.
The clash at the Amex Stadium is scheduled to take place over the weekend of February 8.
The Blues, eight-time winners of the prestigious trophy, last lifted the FA Cup in 2018 when Eden Hazard’s penalty sealed a memorable win against Manchester United at Wembley. This season, the team aims to rekindle that triumph and add to their rich history in the competition.
Brighton, a formidable Premier League rival, presents a challenging test for Chelsea. Both teams will be vying for a spot in the fifth round, adding intensity to an already intriguing matchup.
Meanwhile, Manchester City, who comfortably dispatched Salford 8-0 in their third-round fixture, have been drawn to face the winner of Leyton Orient or Derby County.
The Cityzens, known for their dominance in domestic competitions, will look to build on their strong start and keep their hopes alive for another FA Cup triumph.
The complete draw for the fourth round features several exciting fixtures, including:
- Manchester United vs. Leicester City
- Leeds United vs. Millwall or Dagenham & Redbridge
- Aston Villa vs. Tottenham Hotspur
- Plymouth Argyle vs. Liverpool
Further details regarding kickoff times for Chelsea’s and Manchester City’s fixtures will be announced soon, as fans eagerly await another thrilling round of FA Cup action
Stay tuned for updates as the Blues and the Cityzens continue their journey in this season’s FA Cup campaign.