Arsenal heads to Field Mill today, looking to secure a spot in the FA Cup quarter-finals while upholding a 34-year unbeaten record against lower-league teams.
The Gunners have reached these later rounds after strong victories against Portsmouth and Wigan. Manager Mikel Arteta guided the team to a 1–0 win over Brighton on Wednesday. They are set to face Mansfield for the first time in 97 years.
This marks only the second time under Arteta that Arsenal has reached the FA Cup fifth round, previously winning the trophy when they reached this stage in 2020.
Arsenal team news
Mikel Arteta balances a tight title race with the need to rotate players. Gabriel Jesus is likely to start, boasting an unbeaten record in his 19 domestic cup matches against non-Premier League teams, contributing to 20 goals in those matches. Therefore, Arteta may choose to rest Bukayo Saka and Declan Rice for upcoming Champions League matches.
William Saliba, Martin Ødegaard, and Ben White are uncertain for the game and will require late fitness assessments. Midfield prospect Myles Lewis-Skelly is suspended after receiving two yellow cards in the tournament.
Kepa Arrizabalaga is expected in goal, supported by a defense that includes Gabriel Magalhães and Riccardo Calafiori. In midfield, Christian Nørgaard and Eberechi Eze may partner with Kai Havertz, who could play in a deeper position.
Noni Madueke and Leandro Trossard will provide width for Gabriel Jesus in attack. Arsenal has not lost any of their last 15 FA Cup matches against third-tier or lower teams, with their last defeat in 1992 against Wrexham.
Arsenal predicted lineup
Arsenal Predicted XI (4-3-3): Kepa; Mosquera, Salmon, Gabriel, Calafiori; Eze, Norgaard, Havertz; Madueke, Jesus, Trossard
When will the match kick off?
The FA Cup match is set to take place at One Call Stadium (Field Mill) on Saturday, 7 March 2026. Kick-off is at 12:15 GMT.
How to watch Mansfield Town vs Arsenal?
In the UK, the match will be live on TNT Sports. Viewers can also stream it through the discovery+ app.
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