Overview
- Pedro Neto hit a hat-trick in Chelsea’s 4-0 win at Hull, with Estevao also scoring, to book a fifth‑round place.
- Manchester City beat Salford City 2-0 thanks to an early own goal and a late first strike for new signing Marc Guehi, with Erling Haaland rested.
- League One Mansfield Town knocked out Premier League Burnley 2-1 at Turf Moor after Rhys Oates equalised and Louis Reed won it with a free kick.
- Liverpool host Brighton at Anfield on Saturday night, with team plans affected by a suspected season‑ending foot injury to Wataru Endo and likely rotation under Arne Slot.
- The FA confirmed the fifth‑round draw will take place on Monday, as clubs balance cup progress with league priorities, with Hull already refocusing on their promotion push.