The FA Cup quarterfinal draw will be held Monday at 7: 05 p. m. GMT (3: 05 p. m. ET) ahead of West Ham United vs Brentford, determining Chelsea’s next opponent. As of Monday at 9: 40 a. m. ET, interest in the quarter final draw fa cup is peaking with Arsenal, Manchester City, Liverpool, Southampton and Port Vale already confirmed in the last eight.
Quarter Final Draw Fa Cup: Time and Order of Events
Organizers have scheduled the draw for approximately 7: 05 p. m. GMT (3: 05 p. m. ET), taking place shortly before the final fifth-round kickoff of West Ham United vs Brentford at 7: 30 p. m. GMT (3: 30 p. m. ET). The quarter final draw fa cup will set the four ties that move clubs one win from Wembley in the semifinals.
Ball numbers were not provided in available information as of 9: 40 a. m. ET. Broadcast arrangements are in place in the United Kingdom for the ceremony ahead of West Ham–Brentford, with the draw timed to precede that match.
Chelsea’s 4–2 Extra‑Time Win at Wrexham Sets Up Draw
Chelsea advanced after a 4–2 extra‑time win over Wrexham in North Wales on Saturday, a result that twice required a response after Sam Smith and Callum Doyle put the hosts ahead on two separate occasions. Liam Rosenior’s side eventually pulled away in the added period to book their quarterfinal berth.
Goals for Chelsea were credited to an own goal, Josh Acheampong, Alejandro Garnacho and Joao Pedro, snuffing out hopes of another storied night for Wrexham. One more win will send the Blues to Wembley for the semifinals, raising the stakes on Monday’s draw.
Arsenal, Manchester City and Liverpool Among Confirmed Quarterfinalists
Several heavyweights have already sealed their places. Arsenal progressed past Mansfield Town, while Manchester City defeated Newcastle United. Liverpool joined them after beating Wolves on Friday night, and Southampton moved through by eliminating Fulham with a 91st‑minute penalty from Ross Stewart.
League One representation is assured after Port Vale knocked out Sunderland, a notable fifth‑round upset. Two more clubs will complete the lineup from Leeds vs Norwich and West Ham United vs Brentford, with the latter fixture following the draw on Monday.
- Arsenal
- Chelsea
- Manchester City
- Liverpool
- Southampton
- Port Vale
For Chelsea, potential opponents include the confirmed sides already in the hat — Arsenal, Manchester City, Liverpool, Southampton and Port Vale — plus the winners of Leeds–Norwich and West Ham–Brentford once those ties are decided.
With the bracket to be revealed, the draw’s placement before Monday’s kickoff ensures immediate clarity for clubs and supporters ahead of the run‑in to Wembley. The timing also underscores the competition’s tight turnaround between rounds at this stage.
The next confirmed milestone is the quarterfinal draw at 7: 05 p. m. GMT (3: 05 p. m. ET) on Monday, followed by West Ham United vs Brentford at 7: 30 p. m. GMT (3: 30 p. m. ET).
