Arsenal have been drawn to face League One side Mansfield Town in the FA Cup fifth round, setting up a compelling clash between the Premier League leaders and the tournament's giant-killers at Field Mill.

The tie, confirmed in Monday's draw following Arsenal's dominant 4-0 victory over Wigan Athletic at the Emirates Stadium, will mark just the second meeting between the two clubs in their history. The only previous encounter came 97 years ago on January 26, 1929, when Arsenal secured a 2-0 FA Cup victory.

Arsenal became the first Premier League team to score four goals in the opening 30 minutes of an FA Cup match, with Noni Madueke opening the scoring after 11 minutes before Gabriel Martinelli doubled the advantage in the 18th minute. Jack Hunt's own goal in the 23rd minute and a composed finish from Gabriel Jesus in the 27th minute completed a devastating first-half display.

The victory maintained Arsenal's pursuit of an unprecedented quadruple, with Mikel Arteta's side still competing in all four competitions heading into March. Arteta praised his heavily rotated squad, saying the team showed "a lot of pace, very vertical" play with "great actions - collective and individually."

Mansfield Town's reward for their remarkable 2-1 comeback victory over Burnley at Turf Moor came in the form of a glamour tie against the league leaders. The Stags, sitting mid-table in League One and arriving on a five-game winless run, fought back from Josh Laurent's 21st-minute opener to stun Scott Parker's side.

Rhys Oates equalised with a header in the 53rd minute before captain Louis Reed struck a spectacular free-kick from 25 yards with 10 minutes remaining. Reed, who had been practicing set pieces throughout the week, described the moment to the BBC: "As soon as it left my boot I felt it going in. The lads said, 'This is your moment, go and take it.' Thankfully, I did."

The victory represents Mansfield's first appearance in the FA Cup fifth round since 1975 - over half a century ago - and marks the first time they have eliminated top-flight opposition since defeating West Ham 3-0 on February 26, 1969.

The tie carries additional historical significance due to Mansfield manager Nigel Clough, who will face Arsenal in a managerial capacity for the first time. Clough's father, Brian Clough, managed his final FA Cup match against Arsenal in February 1993 - a game in which Nigel played for Nottingham Forest.

The legendary Brian Clough, who won the European Cup twice with Nottingham Forest and league titles with both Forest and Derby County, passed away in 2004. Nigel has forged his own impressive managerial career, recently guiding Mansfield to promotion from League Two to League One in the 2023-24 season, earning him the EFL League Two Manager of the Season award.

Arsenal's journey to this stage began with comprehensive victories in earlier rounds. After dispatching Wigan with such authority, the Gunners demonstrated the squad depth that has fueled their quadruple ambitions. Eberechi Eze was instrumental in the victory over Wigan, providing two sublime assists that showcased the quality available to Arteta even when rotating his squad.

Mansfield's path proved far more dramatic, requiring grit and determination to overcome higher-division opponents. After beating Harrogate Town and Accrington Stanley, the Stags knocked out Championship side Sheffield United before their stunning upset at Burnley's Turf Moor secured their place among England's final 16 teams in the world's oldest cup competition.

Winning clubs in the fifth round will receive £238,500, providing significant financial incentive for lower-league Mansfield. For Arsenal, the FA Cup represents part of their historic quest to win all four major trophies in a single season - a feat never before achieved in English football.

The Gunners remain in contention for the Premier League title, having maintained a lead at the top of the table despite recent draws. They have also reached the EFL Cup final and continue their Champions League campaign, making this FA Cup tie a crucial balancing act for Arteta's squad management.

The fifth round of the FA Cup will take place around the weekend of March 7-8, with exact fixture dates and kick-off times to be confirmed. The match will be played at Mansfield's One Call Stadium (Field Mill), offering the League One side home advantage and the opportunity to create an electric atmosphere.

Other standout fifth-round ties include Wrexham hosting Chelsea at the Racecourse Ground and Manchester City facing Newcastle United at St. James' Park in a repeat of their recent Carabao Cup semi-final. Liverpool will travel to face struggling Wolves, while Leeds United host Norwich City at Elland Road.

Arsenal will be heavy favorites, but Mansfield will draw inspiration from their Burnley triumph and the raucous home support that has powered their cup run. First-team coach Andy Garner emphasized the team's fearless approach after the Burnley victory, noting that the players had "nothing to fear" heading into their biggest match in generations.

The world's oldest cup competition continues to produce the magic that has made it a treasured institution - and this David vs. Goliath encounter promises to deliver another memorable chapter.