FA Cup Quarter Finals Provide Key Match-ups

Saturday, 4 April 2026 12:34

By Mark Hanbidge

Manchester City, Liverpool, Chelsea, and Arsenal are all in action as the FA Cup quarter-finals get underway.

The FA Cup quarter-finals take centre stage this weekend, with several intriguing ties and major storylines across the competition.

Carabao Cup winners Manchester City face Liverpool FC in a standout clash at 12:45pm on 4th of April, with the competition representing a chance for silverware for both teams this season. The game could also be significant for Phil Foden, who is looking to rediscover form after a quiet spell for club and country, after Engand manager Thomas Tuchel handed the media a brutal admission about Foden's World Cup Squad hopes.

Elsewhere, Chelsea host Port Vale at Stamford Bridge. The tie presents an opportunity for Chelsea to respond after recent setbacks and poor performances before the international break. While Port Vale arrive with little pressure and hopes of an upset on April 4th at 5.15pm.

At St Mary's, Southhampton take on Arsenal, with Arsenal aiming to bounce back from recent cup disappointment on April 4th at 8pm.

Sunday's meeting of West Ham United and Leeds United also carries added significance, with both sides battling near the bottom of the Premier League table, making this a contest that could have both cup and psychological importance on April 5th at 4.30pm.