Hull vs Arsenal preview: Alex Iwobi in line to feature in FA Cup fifth round replay at the KC Stadium

A look ahead to the FA Cup fifth round replay at the KC Stadium

Arsenal youngster Alex Iwobi (Getty)

It’s a big game for…

Alex Iwobi: The Arsenal academy product will look to prosper from a congested fixture schedule that has forced Arsene Wenger to ring the changes for the FA Cup replay.

Highly-rated by his manager, who praised his creativity and high level of work rate in the match build-up, the fledgling Nigerian international has a fantastic opportunity to establish himself as a regular in the first-team squad by seizing his chance tonight.

Best stat

Arsenal will stretch a two-season unbeaten run in the FA Cup to 14 games if they defeat Hull for the third consecutive season in this competition.

Remember when...

Aaron Ramsey’s extra-time winner ensured Arsenal ended their nine-year wait for a trophy as they came from two goals behind to beat Hull City in a dramatic FA Cup final at Wembley.

Player to watch

Nick Powell: The Manchester United youngster has shown glimpses of quality during his brief loan spell and is set to feature tonight as the Tigers continue to rotate personnel.

Following a lengthy period on the sidelines the former Crewe Alexandra youth graduate is enjoying a new lease of life under the tutelage of Steve Bruce, who has admitted he would like to see Powell plying his trade at the KC Stadium on a permanent basis.

A player of elegant poise and exceptional technique, his influence could prove crucial in helping his side secure a spot in the last sixteen.

Last three meetings

Arsenal 0 Hull 0
FA Cup, February 2016

Hull 1 (Quinn) Arsenal 3 (Sanchez 2, Ramsey)
Premier League, May 2015

Arsenal 2 (Mertesacker, Sanchez) Hull 0
FA Cup, January 2015

Form guide

Hull: WDDWDL

Arsenal: WDLLLD

Vital information

Kick-off time: 7pm

TV: Live on BT Sport 1 from 6.30pm