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Semi-Final
Ties to be played the weekend of 14 and 15 April 2007
Winning clubs receive £900,000 from The FA

Monday's FA Cup Semi-Final draw has thrown up a no-win situation for Watford goalkeeper Ben Foster.

If Aidy Boothroyd's men face Manchester United in the last four, the England keeper would not be able to play as he is on loan from the Premiership leaders.

And if Middlesbrough manage to beat United in their Quarter-Final replay, Foster would see his permanent club knocked out of the competition.

It presents a unique dilemma for Foster as United and Boro get set for next Monday's Old Trafford replay, but could lead to a big chance for reserve goalkeeper Richard Lee, who is in line to deputise for Foster in the last four.

Lee said: "On a personal level I would be delighted to play if the chance comes along.

"But I am sure Ben will be feeling a bit down about it if we get to play Manchester United. He has been fantastic for us all season and it will be a blow for him if he can't play.

"If I play, all I can do is come in and try to fill his boots.

"We get on really well as we are both around the same age and I am sure there will be no hard feelings. We will be able to have a laugh about it.

"I had something similar happen to me a few years ago when I played in all the League Cup games and then got injured before the semi-final.

"I was gutted, just I am sure Ben will be if Manchester United get through.

"When it comes around it will be a big day for the club and I will be ready for it if I have to play."

Here is the Semi-Final line up:

1

Blackburn

v

Chelsea or Tottenham Hotspur

2

Watford

v

Middlesbrough or Manchester United