• FA Cup: Fourth round draw, fixtures, date

The English FA Cup organizers have announced the fourth-round fixtures, following the conclusion of the third round and the draw held on Sunday, January 12, 2025.

Manchester United will host Ruud van Nistelrooy’s Leicester City at Old Trafford, while Plymouth takes on Premier League leaders Liverpool at home. Newcastle United are set to travel to Birmingham City, and Manchester City will face the winner of the Leyton Orient vs. Derby County tie.

A notable Premier League clash will see Brighton go head-to-head with Chelsea in one of the round’s standout fixtures.

See the full FA Cup fourth round fixtures;

Manchester United v Leicester
Leeds v Millwall or Dagenham & Redbridge
Brighton v Chelsea
Preston or Charlton v Wycombe
Exeter City v Nottingham Forest
Coventry City v Ipswich Town
Blackburn v Wolves
Mansfield or Wigan v Fulham
Birmingham City v Newcastle
Plymouth Argyle v Liverpool
Everton v Bournemouth
Aston Villa v Tottenham
Southampton v Burnley
Leyton Orient or Derby v Manchester City
Doncaster Rovers v Crystal Palace
Stoke City v Cardiff City

When is the fourth round fixtures ?

The games will be played on the weekend of February 7 to 10, 2025

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Ruud van Nistelrooy will not be part of Ruben Amorim’s coaching staff at Manchester United, following his departure from the club after a brief stint as interim manager.

The Dutch legend was called upon to step into the Old Trafford dugout after Erik ten Hag’s dismissal due to a string of disappointing results. Van Nistelrooy managed to steady the ship, securing three wins and a draw in his four matches in charge. However, with Ruben Amorim officially appointed as Ten Hag’s successor earlier this month, the 39-year-old will begin his role after the November international break.

Despite Van Nistelrooy’s successful interim tenure, he has not been included in Amorim’s backroom team. Manchester United confirmed his departure in an official statement, which read: “Manchester United can confirm that Ruud van Nistelrooy has left the club. Ruud rejoined in the summer and has taken charge of the team for the past four matches as interim head coach. Ruud is, and always will be, a Manchester United legend.”

The statement also expressed gratitude for Van Nistelrooy’s contributions during his short time back at the club: “We are grateful for his contribution and the way in which he has approached his role throughout his time with the club. He will always be very welcome at Old Trafford.”

In addition to Van Nistelrooy’s departure, Rene Hake, Jelle ten Rouwelaar, and Pieter Morel will also leave their coaching roles, with the club wishing them all the best for the future.

Manchester United further stated that the full details of the men’s first-team coaching staff will be confirmed at a later date.

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Manchester United’s interim manager, Ruud van Nistelrooy, addressed the media for the first time since stepping into the role following the dismissal of Erik Ten Hag.

Speaking during a pre-match press conference ahead of the Red Devils’ Carabao Cup clash with Leicester City at Old Trafford on Wednesday, October 30, 2024, van Nistelrooy shared his thoughts on this unexpected opportunity and reflected on Ten Hag’s departure.

The former United striker described taking charge as an emotional experience, expressing pride in returning to the club in a managerial capacity.

He also conveyed sadness at seeing his fellow Dutchman Ten Hag leave, acknowledging the difficult circumstances that led to the managerial change after a challenging start to the season.

He said, “As I am sure everyone can imagine, I am writing these notes with a huge amount of mixed emotions. Erik ten Hag brought me back to Manchester United in the summer and, while I have only been part of the coaching staff here for a few months, I will always be grateful to him for giving me the opportunity, and I am saddened to see him leave.

Even on an interim basis, it is a great honour to manage the club I love for however long I am asked to do so. I can promise that I will continue to give my all, in whatever capacity, to try to turn around our fortunes. Despite our results, I am loving being back at Old Trafford and working with the team and staff every day. We’ve seen the squad’s potential at times this season, but clearly not often enough.”

A new responsibility in familiar surroundings for Ruud this evening ❤️

Read the passionate matchday notes from our interim head coach ⬇️#MUFC || #CarabaoCup

— Manchester United (@ManUtd) October 30, 2024

He continued,

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