Wolves' FA Cup Journey Continues: A Home Draw Against Liverpool
February 16, 2026
In a thrilling turn of events, Wolves have secured a home draw against Liverpool in the fifth round of the 2025/26 Emirates FA Cup. This means that the team, led by Rob Edwards, will face off against the Reds at Molineux, their home ground.
On Sunday, Wolves secured their place in the next round with a 1-0 victory over Grimsby Town, thanks to a goal from Santiago Bueno in the second half. Liverpool, on the other hand, beat Brighton & Hove Albion on Saturday and had previously defeated Barnsley in the third round.
This isn't the first time these two teams have met in the FA Cup in the past decade. In fact, it's the fourth time, with Wolves emerging victorious in 2017 and 2019. However, Liverpool won the most recent encounter three years ago.
The fifth-round tie will take place over the weekend of March 7th, and more details about the exact date and ticket information will be announced soon. So, get ready for an exciting match and stay tuned for further updates!
But here's where it gets interesting...
While Wolves have had their fair share of success against Liverpool in the past, the Reds have been on an impressive run lately. With a strong team and a determined coach, Liverpool might just turn the tables on Wolves this time around. Will Wolves' home advantage be enough to secure their place in the next round, or will Liverpool's recent form prove to be too strong?
What do you think? Will Wolves make it through to the next round, or will Liverpool's recent form prevail? Share your thoughts in the comments below!