Grimsby Town’s reward for eliminating Premier League side Southampton in the 5th round of the FA Cup is a trip to Brighton & Hove Albion.
They secured their place in the last-eight thanks to Kilkenny man Gavan Holohan’s two penalties on the south coast.
It has been confirmed that they will make the trip to the Amex Stadium on Sunday, March 19th for a 2.15pm kick off.
For interested locals, the game will be televised on BBC One with a victory securing the former Evergreen player’s place at Wembley for the semi-finals.
See also: Kilkenny’s finest: Holohan scores brace to help Grimsby defeat Premier League opponents Southampton
Before that, we’ll be chatting with Holohan on Sunday at 3pm on KCLR’s Scoreline as he describes the euphoria surrounding the club in recent days and looks forward to another historic game for the League Two outfit.
Meanwhile, Manchester United’s pursuit of a quadruple of trophies will continue on the same day at 4.30pm when they welcome Fulham to Old Trafford (Live on ITV).
Championship promotion chasers Sheffield United and Blackburn Rovers will be vying for a semi-final berth when they meet at Bramall Lane at 12pm (Live on ITV).
The quarter-finals begin on Saturday, March 18th when 2019 winners Manchester City host Vincent Kompany’s Burnley at 5.45pm (Live on BBC One).
FA Cup quarter-finals
Manchester City vs Burnley – Saturday, March 18th, 5.45pm – Live on BBC One
Sheffield United vs Blackburn Rovers – Sunday, March 19th, 12pm – Live on ITV
Brighton & Hove Albion vs Grimsby Town – Sunday, March 19th, 2.15pm – Live on BBC one
Manchester United vs Fulham – Sunday, March 19th, 4.30pm – Live on ITV
Tune in to KCLR’s Scoreline from 3pm this Sunday to hear the full interview with Gavan Holohan.
