Mansfield — Arsenal Prediction, H2H and Probable Lineups — 7 March 2026
Mansfield
On March 7, 2026, in the fifth round of the FA Cup, Mansfield will host Arsenal. The match is set to kick off at 13:15 Central European Time. Let’s take a closer look at the potential outcome of this clash.
Mansfield
Mansfield Town are a League One side and have already been one of the biggest surprises of this season’s FA Cup, reaching the fifth round. Last year, Mansfield were eliminated in the third round after losing to Wigan Athletic, but this season they have clearly surpassed expectations.
On their way through the competition, Mansfield first knocked out Sheffield United and then eliminated Burnley, which was a major achievement. However, the team come into this match not in their best form. Since the win over Burnley, Mansfield have failed to win in four consecutive matches, recording two defeats and two draws, and in three of those four games they failed to score.
In League One, Mansfield currently sit 16th, just five points above the relegation zone. Their home form is also worrying, as they have gone five straight home matches without a win.
As for the matchup itself, this will be a historic occasion, as it will be the first-ever meeting between Mansfield Town and Arsenal.
Arsenal
Arsenal approach this match in excellent spirits and strong form. The team are currently on a three-match winning streak, having won two important London derbies — first against Tottenham, then against Chelsea, before edging Brighton 1–0 in their most recent Premier League fixture.
In the Premier League, Arsenal have once again opened up a seven-point gap over Manchester City at the top of the table. Their last defeat now feels like a distant memory, as the Gunners are currently on a 10-match unbeaten run across all competitions.
Arsenal are also performing well in other tournaments. In the UEFA Champions League, they continue their campaign and will face Bayer Leverkusen in the Round of 16. In the FA Cup, Arsenal progressed comfortably in the previous round, defeating Wigan Athletic 4–0.
Overall, Arsenal have not lifted the FA Cup for some time — their last triumph came in the 2019/20 season. Last year, their run ended early after a third-round exit against Manchester United.
Probable Lineups
- Mansfield: Roberts, Akins, Oshilaja, Hewitt, Blake-Tracy, Russell, Reed, Bolton, Oates, Lewis, Evans
- Arsenal: Arrizabalaga, Calafiori, Gabriel, Mosquera, Lewis-Skelly, Eze, Norgaard, Havertz, Madueke, Jesus, Martinelli
Key Facts and Head-to-Head
- Mansfield have failed to win in 9 of their last 10 matches.
- Arsenal have won 8 of their last 10 matches.
- 3 of Arsenal’s last 5 matches have seen over 3.5 goals.
Mansfield — Arsenal Prediction
The teams approach this match in very different form and status. Mansfield Town, despite an impressive run to this stage of the FA Cup, have looked unconvincing overall. They are a lower-midtable side in EFL League One and are currently on a four-match winless run. By contrast, Arsenal have been performing very confidently across all competitions throughout the season. Their consistency, squad quality, and experience at the highest level clearly set them apart in this matchup. Considering the significant gap in class, current form, and overall momentum, Arsenal enter this tie as the clear and overwhelming favourites to progress. Recommended bet: Over 3.5 — 1.73
