FA Cup draw pits Arsenal against Brighton, Man City faces Tottenham

The FA Cup fourth round draw delivered some mouth-watering matchups on Monday evening. Arsenal will face Brighton while Manchester City takes on Tottenham in all-Premier League showdowns. The draw, conducted at Anfield on January 12, 2026, set up memorable battles across the remaining 32 teams.

Premier League Giants Lock Horns in Draw Aftermath

The FA Cup draw produced some of the season’s most compelling matchups between England’s elite. Arsenal, fresh from their convincing performances through the competition, will host Brighton at Emirates Stadium. This represents another chance for Mikel Arteta’s side to advance deeper into the cup competition.

Elsewhere, Tottenham’s trip to face defending champions Manchester City promises fireworks. The two teams already met in December with a dramatic 3-3 draw in the Premier League, creating genuine intrigue about their next clash. City’s quest for further silverware continues against a resurgent Spurs squad.

The Complete Fourth Round Picture Emerges

32 teams now know their fate for February’s action. The draw included Wolverhampton Wanderers, Southampton, Aston Villa (who knocked out Tottenham 2-1 before this draw), Port Vale, Wigan Athletic, Ipswich Town, Wrexham, and Chelsea among the remaining contenders.

“After a weekend of sublime shocks and ridiculous results, all eyes are on Anfield for the draw before Liverpool take on League One opposition.”

— The Guardian, FA Cup Fourth Round Draw Coverage

Brighton and Manchester United’s Shocking Third Round Results

Brighton’s reward of facing Arsenal comes after their stunning elimination of Manchester United at Old Trafford. The Sea Gulls recorded a memorable 2-1 victory against the odds, shocking pundits and Premier League followers alike. This draw pits them against another heavyweight.

The third round proper concluded over the weekend with 32 teams surviving to this moment. Arsenal’s 4-1 demolition of Portsmouth impressed observers, demonstrating their cup ambitions remain serious. Brighton’s momentum heading into their Emirates clash carries genuine threat.

When and Where Will These Blockbuster Clashes Unfold?

The fourth round matches will take place across the weekend of February 14-15, 2026. Fans planning their schedules can mark these dates for what promises to be electrifying FA Cup football. Arsenal vs Brighton and Manchester City vs Tottenham represent the tier-one attractions from this draw allocation.

The tournament structure continues to deliver drama, with no replays beyond qualifying stages. All matches use extra-time and penalties to separate tied opponents, ensuring decisive results emerge. Which Premier League giant will advance furthest?

Sources

• BBC Sport – Official FA Cup fourth round draw coverage and fixture details
• The Guardian – Live FA Cup draw commentary and match analysis
• Goal.com – Complete fourth round draw results and schedule

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