Ron Atkinson can't split Aston Villa and West Bromwich Albion for their FA Cup tie.
Big Ron managed both clubs successfully during his career.
"It is a great draw and a great incentive for both sides," he told the Express & Star.
"It guarantees there will be a West Midlands club in the semi-finals.
"That is the big plus from it and it is great news for the region which could do with a bit of excitement in the area given the respective league fortunes of the sides."
