Non-league Maidstone avoid Prem opposition in FA Cup draw

Non-league Maidstone avoid Prem opposition in FA Cup draw،

ESPN

January 28, 2024, 3:52 p.m.

Maidstone United were drawn against either Sheffield Wednesday or Coventry City in the fifth round of the FA Cup, with the lowest-ranked team in the competition missing out on a glamor draw against a Premier League opponent.

Wednesday and Coventry drew 1-1 on Friday, with a replay on February 6 finally deciding who Maidstone will face. The National League South side, managed by former Wolves defender George Elokobi, beat Championship club Ipswich Town on Saturday to become the first non-league team to reach the fifth round since 1978.

– Stream on ESPN+: LaLiga, Bundesliga, more (US)

Elsewhere, holders Manchester City will face Luton Town, while Liverpool and outgoing manager Jurgen Klopp will face Watford or Southampton if they beat Norwich City on Sunday.

The fifth round matches will be played on February 28 with the final taking place on May 25 at Wembley.

The draw was delayed until half-time of Liverpool's home game against Norwich City after Wolves' 2-0 win at West Brom earlier was interrupted by crowd problems.