Ball numbers, how to watch live, fixture dates, potential opponents – Emirates FA Cup semi-final draw

Manchester City will discover their opponents for the semi-finals of the Emirates FA Cup this weekend, as plans for the next stage of the competition have been confirmed.

Pep Guardiola’s side overcame Eddie Howe’s on Saturday evening, as Manchester City continued their quest to retain last season’s treble by booking their place in the FA Cup semi-finals after a 2-0 win.

City, who had won both Premier League meetings against the Magpies this season, were dumped out of the Carabao Cup at the fourth round stage in September, losing 1-0 at St James’ Park.

The Sky Blues had beaten Huddersfield Town, Tottenham and Luton Town to reach the last-eight of the competition, meanwhile Newcastle overcame Blackburn Rovers in the fifth round to set-up a quarter-final clash at the Etihad Stadium.

Manchester City cruised a comfortable two-goal win over the Magpies, after a Bernardo Silva first-half brace at the Etihad Stadium.

As quarter-final ties take place across the weekend, here is everything you need to know about the upcoming Emirates FA Cup semi-final draw!

When is the Emirates FA Cup semi-final draw?

The Emirates FA Cup semi-final draw will take place on Sunday 17th March.

How can I watch the Emirates FA Cup semi-final draw?

The semi-final draw will be broadcast live on ITV1 for viewers in the United Kingdom, taking place after the quarter-final tie between Manchester United and Liverpool.

City Xtra will also have live updates across their Twitter, Instagram and Facebook pages, as well as live coverage and reaction on YouTube!

When will Emirates FA Cup semi-final matches be played?

Semi-final ties will take place on Saturday 20th or Sunday 21st April at Wembley Stadium.

Manchester City’s Premier League fixture with Tottenham Hotspur will be rescheduled as a result of Pep Guardiola’s qualification for the last-four of the competition.

What ball number are Manchester City?

Manchester City will be ball number 4 in the semi-final draw.

Who could Manchester City potentially face in the Emirates FA Cup semi-finals?

1 Coventry City
2 Manchester United
3 Chelsea