Overview
- Sixth-tier Macclesfield, fresh from eliminating holders Crystal Palace, were drawn at home to Premier League side Brentford.
- Aston Villa will host Newcastle in the only confirmed all–Premier League fixture of the round.
- Arsenal will welcome Wigan Athletic to the Emirates, while Manchester City await Salford City or Swindon Town at the Etihad.
- The winner of Liverpool vs Barnsley will host Brighton after the Seagulls ousted Manchester United.
- New Chelsea manager Liam Rosenior returns to former club Hull City after the Blues were drawn away at the Championship side.