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Scottish Cup Last 16 Preview: Potential Upsets and Key Players

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The Scottish Cup fifth round is here, with the last 16 teams battling for a place in the next stage of the competition. Stenhousemuir will host Falkirk, and Airdrieonians will face St Mirren, both matches broadcast on the BBC. There's potential for upsets, especially with lower-league teams looking to knock out their top-flight opponents this weekend.

Queen's Park travels to Rangers in a rematch of last season's upset, adding extra drama. Dundee United boss Jim Goodwin is wary of lower league teams, recalling past defeats. Expect thrilling matches with players like Calum Ferrie and Matty Aitken aiming to make a mark. New signings for Celtic and Aberdeen could also debut, adding excitement to the cup ties.

Fans can follow the action on BBC Scotland, with live coverage of selected matches and highlights across the weekend. The BBC Sport website and app offer live text coverage, while the BBC iPlayer will feature the best moments. This round promises plenty of drama and surprises, so tune in to see which teams advance to the quarter-finals of the Scottish Cup.

The competition's format sees the Premiership teams enter at this stage, increasing the possibility of giant-killing upsets and creating exciting matchups. The Scottish Cup continues to be a highlight of the football calendar, providing lower-league teams with the opportunity to test themselves against the best.