Manchester United will host Leicester City in a highly anticipated FA Cup fourth-round encounter, scheduled for the weekend of February 8-9. This exciting matchup emerged following Manchester United's dramatic penalty shoot-out triumph over Arsenal in the third round, where Diogo Dalot was notably sent off. Meanwhile, Ruud van Nistelrooy's Leicester City secured their place with a commanding 6-2 victory over Queens Park Rangers.
In another thrilling tie, Aston Villa is set to face Tottenham Hotspur. Tottenham advanced after a hard-fought extra-time win against non-League side Tamworth, concluding with a 3-0 scoreline. Aston Villa secured their spot by overcoming a deficit to defeat West Ham United 2-1.
Leeds United will await the victor of Millwall versus Dagenham and Redbridge to determine their fourth-round opponent. The previous season's semi-finalists, Coventry City, will confront top-flight Ipswich Town. In a remarkable achievement, Exeter City will host Nottingham Forest, marking their first appearance in the fourth round since 1981.
Newcastle United is poised to challenge League One leaders Birmingham City, while Manchester City prepares for an away fixture against either Leyton Orient or Derby County. Chelsea is lined up for an all-Premier League showdown against Brighton at the Amex Stadium. Similarly, Everton will welcome Bournemouth to Goodison Park in another top-flight clash.
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