Carabao Cup Draw: Date, Time, Balls & TV Channel

by Liam O'Connor Sports Editor

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Carabao Cup Quarter-Final Draw Set for Wednesday Evening

The Carabao Cup quarter-final draw is scheduled to take place on wednesday, October 29, promptly following the conclusion of the fourth-round tie between Newcastle United adn Tottenham Hotspur. With a number of all-Premier League matchups in the previous round, the competition is poised to deliver dramatic clashes as the field narrows to the final eight contenders.

Did you know? – The Carabao Cup, originally known as the League Cup, was first contested in 1960. It provides a pathway to European competition for the winner, if they haven’t already qualified through league position.

Premier League Dominance and Cup Upsets

The fourth round of the Carabao Cup has already produced several compelling results, guaranteeing that at least some top-flight teams will be eliminated. A struggling Liverpool side will face Crystal palace at Anfield, a historically challenging opponent. Meanwhile, the current holders, Newcastle United, are bracing for a stern test against Thomas Frank’s Tottenham Hotspur.

However,the tournament has also seen its share of underdog stories. While Grimsby Town’s fairytale run was brought to an end by Brentford, League One’s Cardiff City secured a place in the draw by defeating Welsh rivals Wrexham in an all-Welsh encounter.

Pro tip: – Keep an eye on potential fixture congestion for teams also competing in European tournaments. Squad rotation is common,impacting match outcomes.

How to Watch the Draw

For viewers in the United Kingdom, the draw will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Football and Sky Sports News. Streaming is available through Sky Go.Those without a Sky subscription can access the draw via a NOWTV Day Pass. Additionally, the Carabao Cup social media channels will provide a free live stream of the event.

Teams in the Hat: Draw Ball Numbers

Here’s a breakdown of the teams and their corresponding ball numbers for the quarter-final draw:

  1. Brentford
  2. Cardiff City
  3. Fulham
  4. Arsenal or Brighton & Hove Albion
  5. Liverpool or Crystal Palace
  6. Newcastle United or Tottenham Hotspur
  7. Swansea City or Manchester City
  8. Wolverhampton Wanderers or Chelsea

Quarter-Final and Remaining Match dates

The quarter-final fixtures are scheduled for the week commencing Monday, December 15, 2025, with the majority of matches expected to be played on the evenings of Tuesday, December 16, and Wednesday, December 17, 2025.

Here’s a full schedule of the remaining rounds:

  • Quarter-finals: Week of December 15, 2025
  • Semi-Final First Leg: Week of January 12, 2026
  • Semi-final Second Leg: Week of January 26, 2026
  • Final: Sunday, February 22, 2026
Reader question: – Which team do you think has the most favorable draw, and why? Share your thoughts on the potential matchups!

Why is this happening? The Carabao Cup quarter-final draw will determine the matchups as teams vie for a spot in the semi-finals and ultimately, the chance to lift the trophy.

Who is involved? Eight teams remain in contention: Brentford, Cardiff City, Fulham, Arsenal or Brighton & Hove Albion, Liverpool or Crystal Palace, Newcastle United or Tottenham Hotspur, Swansea City or Manchester City, and Wolverhampton Wanderers or Chelsea.

What happened so far? The fourth round saw upsets, including Cardiff City defeating Wrexham, and several all-Premier League clashes. The draw will finalize the quarter-final pairings.

How will it

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