The excitement is building for Non-League hopefuls as the Isuzu FA Vase reaches the quarter-final stage – with today’s draw now confirmed following the weekend’s action.
Only five sides have booked their place in the next round due to three ties being postponed.
And with every team still standing chasing a first-ever Vase triumph, the door is wide open for a brand new name to be etched on the trophy.
Holders Whitstable Town are out after Cockfosters came out on top following yet another penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw, while Punjab United, Downton, Droylsden and Coventry United also made it through.
Here’s the full quarter-final draw – and everything you need to know ahead of the fifth round.
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When will the quarter-final ties take place?
The Isuzu FA Vase quarter-final ties are scheduled to be played on Saturday 28 February 2026, with a place in the last four up for grabs.
What prize money is on offer?
There’s also a major financial boost at stake, with £4,125 going to each winning club, while the losing sides will still bank £1,300 from the competition prize fund.

Full draw for the Isuzu FA Vase quarter final
Punjab United vs Downton
Haywards Heath Town or AFC Stoneham vs Coventry United
Droylsden vs Cockfosters
As mentioned before, there are still three ties to be decided, with Hallen set to face Gornal Athletic, West Didsbury & Chorlton taking on Winsford United, and Haywards Heath Town meeting AFC Stoneham.
All three matches are scheduled for Saturday 14 February as things stand.
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