Nigerian footballers still involved in the English FA Cup have learned their opponents following the fifth-round draw conducted on Monday evening.
Several Super Eagles stars remain in contention, with four of the eight fixtures featuring at least one Nigerian player as clubs battle for places in the quarter-finals of the competition.
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Fulham vs Southampton
Fulham will face Southampton in one of the standout ties of the round. Fulham progressed after a spirited comeback victory over Stoke City in the previous round and boast a strong Nigerian presence in their squad.
Super Eagles regulars Alex Iwobi, Calvin Bassey, and Samuel Chukwueze are all expected to feature as the Cottagers aim to extend their cup run.
Wolverhampton Wanderers vs Liverpool
Wolverhampton Wanderers have been handed a daunting assignment against Liverpool. Nigerian forward Tolu Arokodare will be looking to rise to the occasion against a star-studded Liverpool side in one of the headline fixtures of the round.
Wrexham vs Chelsea
In another eye-catching clash, Wrexham will host Chelsea. Nigerian goalkeeper Arthur Okonkwo is expected to start between the posts for the Championship side.
It promises to be a stern test for Okonkwo, with Chelsea widely regarded as one of Europe’s strongest teams. Wrexham will need a near-perfect performance to cause an upset.
Other Fifth-Round Fixtures
Elsewhere, Sunderland will face Port Vale while Leeds United take on Norwich City.
Mansfield Town are drawn against Arsenal, and West Ham United will meet Brentford.
The standout tie of the round sees Newcastle United go head-to-head with Manchester City.
All fifth-round fixtures are scheduled to be played between Saturday, March 7, and Sunday, March 8.
FA Cup Fifth Round – Fixtures at a Glance
Fulham vs Southampton
Wolverhampton Wanderers vs Liverpool
Wrexham vs Chelsea
Sunderland vs Port Vale
Leeds United vs Norwich City
Mansfield Town vs Arsenal
West Ham United vs Brentford
Newcastle United vs Manchester City
