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Cardiff vs Wolves
Shooter : A tricky one to call this, especially as both sides go into the match after a recent upturn in league form. But Wolves have decent cup pedigree and with Andy Keogh in red-hot form, expect Mick's troops to progress. 0-2
Prediction : Away Win    Actual Result : Home Win
Looter : These teams sit side-by-side in the Championship table so picking a winner here won't be easy. But Cardiff have been in the better recent form, so I'm going to edge towards a home win. 2-1
Prediction : Home Win    Actual Result : Home Win
Chelsea vs Huddersfield
Shooter : These two sides met in the FA Cup two seasons ago and Chelsea didn't have quite the walk in the park they expected then. Town are in good nick too, and although don't have the class to win, could give the Blues one or two nervy moments. 2-1
Prediction : Home Win    Actual Result : Home Win
Looter : I don't think there's too much to debate here - it's just a question of how many Chelsea win by. But Huddersfield won't be there to make up the numbers and showed by eliminating Birmingham that they are not to be taken lightly. 3-0
Prediction : Home Win    Actual Result : Home Win
Coventry vs West Brom
Shooter : The Sky Blues are in disarray after the needless sacking of Iain Dowie and their rudderless ship could hit the rocks in this cup tie against their Midlands rivals. Albion aren't the best on their travels, but should have enough firepower to win this one. 0-2
Prediction : Away Win    Actual Result : Away Win
Looter : The Sky Blues have been awful in the league this season, but simply stunning in the cups, with Blackburn and Manchester United amongst their victims. The Baggies have already lost eight times on the road and there could be a minor upset here too in this one. 2-1
Prediction : Home Win    Actual Result : Away Win
Liverpool vs Barnsley
Shooter : Anything other than a home win would come as a major surprise, but Liverpool were shocking against Havant & Waterlooville last time in the cup. Add into the mix that Rafa is sure to rest several of his top names with the Inter Milan game just around the corner, and it's all set up for a cup surprise. But you can't bet against the Reds and I'll opt for a narrow home win. 1-0
Prediction : Home Win    Actual Result : Away Win
Looter : The Tykes have been much improved this season, but recently lost goalkeeper Heinz Muller, who is arguably the best stopper outside the top flight. A trip to Anfield is never easy, and with this being Liverpool's best shot at a trophy, don't expect anything other than a handsome home win. 4-0
Prediction : Home Win    Actual Result : Away Win
Charlton vs Watford
Shooter : The Hornets are buzzing at the top of the Championship table and it's their away form which has kept them there. Charlton, however, are no pushovers, so this one should be tight. But in Ellington and Henderson, Watford have a powerful frontline and that should see them through. 1-2
Prediction : Away Win    Actual Result : Draw
Looter : This is really tough to call with Watford in awesome form on their travels this season and Charlton also in fine recent form. But the Addicks accounted for an on-song Crystal Palace last time out at The Valley and I think they could just edge a home win. 1-0
Prediction : Home Win    Actual Result : Draw
Leicester vs Norwich
Shooter : Norwich were 2-1 winners at Cardiff last week and look to have found a new resolve which has seen them go 12 games unbeaten. The Foxes meanwhile take one step forward and then several back under Holloway and don't be surprised to see them fall apart once again. 1-3
Prediction : Away Win    Actual Result : Home Win
Looter : The Canaries finally have something to sing about after a long unbeaten run in the Championship. Leicester, meanwhile, are in freefall but might just salvage a point thanks to a bubbling atmosphere at the Walkers. 1-1
Prediction : Draw    Actual Result : Home Win
Man Utd vs Arsenal
Shooter : United were desperately unlucky not to beat Arsenal at the Emirates earlier in the season and, after the shock home defeat by City last week, will go at the Gunners from the off. The Gunners have the small matter of AC Milan in the week and also look more likely winners in the league - especially if Wenger brings in a few youngsters. They'll be evenly matched by bookmakers, but there can only be one winner for. 3-1
Prediction : Home Win    Actual Result : Home Win
Looter : The Gunners have defied everyone this season to lead the Premier League and have dug in to claim valuable wins and late draws even when they've not been playing well. United looked weary last week against City, so I'm leaning towards a Gunners away triumph. 0-1
Prediction : Away Win    Actual Result : Home Win
Sheff Utd vs Middlesbro'
Shooter : Robson's gone and Blackwell's in at Bramall Lane - not exactly a big-name appointment to lift the spirits. Both teams are cup specialists but but with Afonso Alves possibly ready to start, Boro should have too much pedigree for their Championship hosts. 0-2
Prediction : Away Win    Actual Result : Draw
Looter : The Blades have already accounted for Bolton and Man City on their way to this stage of the FA Cup and will fancy their chances of a repeat. The cup will provide a decent home reception for new boss Kevin Blackwell - so a narrow home win in this one, 2-1
Prediction : Home Win    Actual Result : Draw
Hibs vs Aberdeen
Shooter : Hibs have lost just twice at Easter Road in 10 SPL games this season, while the Dons have just three away triumphs to their credit so far. Therefore, I'm going to go by the form guide and opt for a narrow home win, 2-1.
Prediction : Home Win    Actual Result : Home Win
Looter : There's very little to choose between these two sides in the league, though Aberdeen's away record has been less than impressive with six defeats from 12 games on the road. However, this could easily end in a stalemate as both sides chase that all-important top-six finish. 1-1
Prediction : Draw    Actual Result : Home Win
Preston NE vs Portsmouth
Shooter : PNE's recent run of four straight home wins has given their survival hopes a shot in the arm and they'll be well pumped up for the visit of Premier League Portsmouth. Add to the mix the likely return of David Nugent, I expect the Deepdale faithful to roar their side on to a shock win. 1-0
Prediction : Home Win    Actual Result : Away Win
Looter : Preston will welcome the distraction of this cup game, with manager Alan Irvine telling his troops that a win can galvanise their fight against the drop. Pompey might be away-day specialists, but Harry's likely to ring the changes and I can see a draw. 2-2
Prediction : Draw    Actual Result : Away Win