Arsenal handed comfortable FA Cup tie as Gunners chase 15th title
Arsenal will head to Field Mill to face Mansfield Town in the fifth round of the FA Cup.
Mansfield Town stunned many by defeating Premier League side Burnley 2-1 on Saturday afternoon.
The Stags produced an impressive second-half comeback at Turf Moor to secure the win.
This clash will mark only the second meeting between Arsenal and Mansfield Town.
The last time the two sides met was nearly a century ago in 1929, when Arsenal won 2-0 in the FA Cup.
As record holders of the competition, Arsenal will be eager to extend their run in the tournament.
A win over Mansfield would move the Gunners closer to a 15th FA Cup triumph.
Mikel Arteta’s team continue to pursue major honours this season across all competitions.
Victory in this match would see them advance to the quarter-finals of the FA Cup.
Gunners look to extend FA Cup record
Arsenal will aim to maintain momentum following their comprehensive win against Wigan Athletic.
Mansfield Town will enter the game with confidence after their shock victory over Burnley.
The Stags’ strong second-half performance has boosted morale ahead of this important fixture.
History will also be on the line, as the teams meet for the first time in nearly 100 years.
The Gunners hold the record for the most FA Cup wins and will aim to reinforce that status.
Fans will expect Arsenal to assert control early and manage the game effectively against Mansfield.
Arteta’s squad continue to juggle multiple competitions this season while chasing silverware.
Every FA Cup victory is a step closer to adding to the club’s illustrious history.
Arsenal’s experience in knockout football could prove decisive against a spirited Mansfield side.
This fifth-round tie promises to be a competitive test, with a place in the quarter-finals at stake.
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