⚽ Carabao Cup 2025/26 Third Round Draw: Full Fixtures and Key Matchups
Published on Sportsphere24 – August 28, 2025
Welcome to Sportsphere24, your premier source for comprehensive sports coverage. The Carabao Cup 2025/26 third-round draw has been completed, setting the stage for exciting matchups as Premier League clubs enter the competition. Here's everything you need to know about the draw, including the full list of fixtures and key highlights.
🗓️ When Is the Carabao Cup Third Round?
The third round matches are scheduled to take place during the weeks commencing:
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September 15, 2025
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September 22, 2025
These dates accommodate teams involved in European competitions, ensuring a balanced schedule .English Football League
🏆 Third Round Draw: Full Fixtures
The draw features 32 teams, including 23 second-round winners and 9 Premier League clubs who received byes into this round due to their participation in European competitions . Here are the full fixtures:Talksport+1
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Port Vale vs. Arsenal
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Swansea City vs. Nottingham Forest
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Lincoln City vs. Chelsea
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Tottenham Hotspur vs. Doncaster Rovers
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Brentford vs. Aston Villa
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Huddersfield Town vs. Manchester City
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Liverpool vs. Southampton
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Newcastle United vs. Bradford City
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Sheffield Wednesday vs. Grimsby Town
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Wolves vs. Everton
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Crystal Palace vs. Millwall
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Burnley vs. Cardiff City
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Wrexham vs. Reading
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Wigan Athletic vs. Wycombe Wanderers
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Barnsley vs. Brighton & Hove Albion
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Fulham vs. Cambridge United
🔄 Draw Format Explained
Due to scheduling conflicts with European competitions, the Carabao Cup third-round draw was conducted in two parts:
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Pre-Draw (7:25 PM BST): Determined the home or away status for the eight clubs involved in European competitions (Champions League and Europa League).
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Main Draw (10:25 PM BST): Conducted after the conclusion of the Grimsby Town vs. Manchester United match, featuring the remaining 24 teams .The SunSI+6SPORTbible+6Talksport+6
The draw was broadcast live on Sky Sports, YouTube, ITV, and talkSPORT .weareimps.com+3Talksport+3Chelsea FC+3
🔍 Key Matchups to Watch
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Sheffield Wednesday vs. Grimsby Town: A local derby that promises high intensity.
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Huddersfield Town vs. Manchester City: A challenging tie for Huddersfield against the Premier League giants.
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Liverpool vs. Southampton: An all-Premier League clash with both teams eager to progress.
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Wolves vs. Everton: A competitive fixture between two top-flight sides.
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Port Vale vs. Arsenal: League One side Port Vale will look to cause an upset against the Gunners.The Scottish SunComing Home Newcastle+1
📺 How to Watch the Matches
Matches will be broadcast live on various platforms, including Sky Sports, ITV, and talkSPORT. Check your local listings for specific channels and streaming options .Chelsea FC+2Talksport+2
🏆 Looking Ahead
The Carabao Cup provides clubs with an opportunity to secure silverware early in the season. With Premier League teams entering the competition, the third round is set to deliver exciting football and potential upsets.
Stay tuned to Sportsphere24 for comprehensive coverage, match previews, and post-match analysis as the Carabao Cup progresses.