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Which Non-League clubs will contest the last 16 of the Isuzu FA Vase?

The draw for the Isuzu FA Vase Fifth Round Proper has been made, with the road to Wembley now down to the final 16.

Bilston Town players celebrate after reaching the fifth round of the Isuzu FA Vase

The draw for the Isuzu FA Vase Fifth Round Proper has been made, with the road to Wembley now down to the final 16.

Holders Whitstable Town grabbed late goals to ward off a second-half comeback from Harpenden Town and book their place in the next round.

Elsewhere, the fourth round also produced an upset as Bilston Town claimed victory over higher-ranked Gresley Rovers.

Here is the full draw for the next stage and everything you need to know ahead of the fifth round.

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When will the fifth round proper matches take place?

All ties are scheduled for Saturday 7 February 2026, with kick-off times typically at 3pm.

What’s the prize fund for winning clubs?

At this stage of the competition, winning clubs will collect £2,250, while losing sides will still receive £725, offering another vital financial boost as the road to Wembley continues.

Bilston Town players celebrate after reaching the fifth round of the Isuzu FA Vase
Bilston Town players celebrate after reaching the fifth round of the Isuzu FA Vase PICTURE: Garry Griffiths

Full draw for the Isuzu FA Vase fifth round proper

Northern section

Hallen v Gornal Athletic
Bilston Town v Droylsden
Coventry United v North Shields
West Didsbury & Chorlton v Winsford United

Southern section

Punjab United v Windsor & Eton or Fisher
Downton v Lymore Gardens
Great Yarmouth Town or Haywards Heath Town v AFC Stoneham
Whitstable Town v Cockfosters

There are still two ties to be decided this weekend, with Windsor & Eton set to face Fisher after their clash was postponed on Saturday.

Great Yarmouth Town will take on Haywards Heath Town after their match was abandoned due to foggy conditions, with the scores level at 1-1.

READ MORE: Bilston Town 1-0 Gresley Rovers: Jordan Crump jumps to the Steelmen’s rescue

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