We're reaching the business end of the FA Cup as we approach the last eight of the world's oldest football tournament.
Manchester City came from behind to beat Championship side Plymouth 3-1 as they moved into the next round alongside the likes of Aston Villa - who defeated Cardiff 2-0 - Crystal Palace and Bournemouth following their penalty shootout win over Wolves.
There's still the prospect of more cupsets after Preston secured their place in the quarter-finals following a 3-0 win over bitter rivals Burnley. We also have more fifth-round games to be played on Sunday as Newcastle take on Brighton while Manchester United welcome Fulham to Old Trafford and Nottingham Forest host Ipswich Town.
Fans are eager to find out who their teams will play in the last eight of the tournament - and we've got the ball numbers ahead of the draw.
When is the FA Cup quarter-final draw?
The FA Cup quarter-final draw will take place on Sunday, March 2. Viewers will be able to tune in on BBC One.
The draw is scheduled just after Manchester United's clash with Fulham, which kicks off at 4:30pm.
Should the game be settled in normal time, the draw is likely to start at around 6.45pm - but that could be pushed back to 7pm or 7.30pm if the game goes to extra time or penalties.
What are the ball numbers for the FA Cup quarter-final draw?
1 - Preston North End
2 - Aston Villa
3 - Crystal Palace
4 - Manchester United or Fulham
5 - Newcastle or Brighton
6 - Bournemouth
7 - Manchester City
8 - Nottingham Forest or Ipswich
What date are the FA Cup quarter-finals?
FA Cup quarter-final ties are scheduled to take place across the weekend of Saturday, March 29th and Sunday the 30th.
The semi-finals of the competition will then be played on weekend of Saturday, April 26th and Sunday the 27th, with the final taking place on Saturday, May 17.
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