Overview
- All four ties are scheduled for the week commencing Monday, December 15, 2025.
- Holders Newcastle were drawn at home to Fulham after a 2-0 win over Tottenham in the fourth round.
- Crystal Palace earned a trip to Arsenal by defeating Liverpool 3-0 at Anfield.
- Cardiff, the lowest-ranked team left, will host Chelsea after beating Wrexham 2-1.
- Manchester City will play Brentford at home following a 3-1 win at Swansea, with Brentford advancing after a 5-0 victory over Grimsby.