Carabao Cup Quarter-Final Draw: Date, Time, Ball Numbers, and Viewing Info
The Carabao Cup has delivered excitement this season, with Fleetwood Town emerging as a surprise story. The fourth-tier side stunned Premier League champions Arsenal by winning on penalties after a 1-1 draw at Highbury, marking one of the tournament's biggest shocks. This victory sets them up for a potential blockbuster clash in the next round.
Several top clubs remain in the competition. A major highlight is the heavyweight battle between Liverpool and Chelsea, set to conclude the fourth-round matches this week. Reigning champions Manchester City are still strong contenders but face a challenging tie against a rising Brighton side as the tournament nears its climax.
Fleetwood could face Bradford City in the semi-finals if Bradford's recent win over Peterborough United proves a stepping stone further into the competition.
When Is the Quarter-Final Draw?
The draw will take place once the Liverpool vs Chelsea match ends. That game kicks off at 8pm BST on Wednesday, 28 October, so expect the draw shortly after 10pm BST that night.
How Can You Watch?
The draw will be broadcast live on Sky Sports. Dave Jones will present the show, with former players Conor Coady and Graeme Le Saux conducting the draw ceremony.
Upcoming Carabao Cup Fixtures
- Tuesday 27 October
- Bradford City 2-0 Peterborough United
- Fleetwood Town 1-1 Arsenal (Fleetwood won 5-3 on penalties)
- Manchester City vs Brighton and Hove Albion
- Bournemouth vs Aston Villa
- Fulham vs Crystal Palace
- Sunderland vs Brentford
- Liverpool vs Chelsea
- Everton vs Newcastle
Ball Numbers for the Draw
- 1. Bournemouth or Aston Villa
- 2. Bradford City
- 3. Everton or Newcastle
- 4. Fleetwood Town
- 5. Fulham or Crystal Palace
- 6. Liverpool or Chelsea
- 7. Manchester City or Brighton
- 8. Sunderland or Brentford
When Are the Quarter-Finals Scheduled?
All quarter-final matches are set for the week starting 14 December, as teams gear up for the decisive phase of the Carabao Cup.
