BBC Sport football expert Chris Sutton and Peaky Blinders creator Steven Knight have made their predictions for the FA Cup fifth-round ties, including the highly anticipated clash between Newcastle and Manchester City. Sutton believes Newcastle can upset City at St James' Park, while Knight backs the reigning champions. The pair also discussed their memories of Birmingham City's 1956 FA Cup final appearance, where keeper Bert Trautmann famously played on with a broken neck.

Knight, a lifelong Birmingham fan, recalled the emotional connection to the club's anthem 'Keep Right On' that began during that cup run. The pair made predictions for all eight ties, including Wolves vs Liverpool, where Sutton sees another upset despite Liverpool's recent form. For the Wrexham vs Chelsea match, Knight surprisingly tipped the Welsh side for a shock victory, while Sutton expects Chelsea's quality to prevail. The predictions were made alongside Microsoft Copilot AI forecasts for each game.

With no replays this season, all ties will be decided by extra time and penalties if necessary. The matches take place from Friday 6 to Sunday 8 March, with Newcastle hosting City on Saturday evening. Sutton emphasized the importance of the FA Cup for managers like Arne Slot at Liverpool, who cannot afford to rest players despite European commitments. The predictions highlight the unpredictable nature of the competition, with several potential upsets on the cards.