FA Cup to Scrap Quarter Final Replays From Next Season Onward to Ease Fixture Congestion

Published on: 26 May 2016

​The FA Cup has officially scrapped quarter final replays from next season onwards, citing a need to keep up with the "demanding calendar" and "move with the times". It means that each quarter final tie will be decided on the day, with the use of extra time and penalties if necessary. The fifth round will now be the last stage of the competition in which replays will be used. The FA have additionally confirmed that "other new initiatives will be explored to ensure the FA Cup retains its status...

Source: 90min.com

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