FA Youth Cup fifth-round draw details

Friday 16 January 2026 13:35Manchester United face an away tie in the fifth round of the FA Youth Cup, if we can get past Derby County at Old Trafford next week.With Darren Fletcher back in charge of the Under-18s, following his two-game stint in interim charge of the first team, the side are looking forward to Friday’s game against the Rams. The 19:00 GMT kick-off is live on MUTV but tickets are available to purchase for all fans, and your support is greatly appreciated.The tie must be decided on the night, with extra-time and penalties if required, and the reward for progression would be an away game in round five. Oxford United or Colchester United will provide the opposition for either the Reds or Derby at the next stage. One of the standout games in the draw is Chelsea taking on either Manchester City or Arsenal, while holders Aston Villa are to face Southend United or Wrexham, if they defeat Fleetwood Town.FA YOUTH CUP FIFTH-ROUND DRAW Chelsea v Manchester City or Arsenal Sunderland or West Brom v Brighton & Hove Albion Stevenage v Newcastle United or Crystal Palace Oxford United or Colchester United v UNITED or Derby County Norwich City or Burnley v Charlton Athletic Leeds United or Swansea City v Coventry City or Blackburn Rovers Fleetwood Town or Aston Villa v Southend United or Wrexham Everton or West Ham United v Ipswich TownRecommended:Friday 16 January 2026 13:35Back to Top