As the 2024-25 Carabao Cup progresses, the third-round draw is just around the corner, promising some exciting matchups as the competition heats up. Here’s everything you need to know about when and where to watch the draw, as well as which teams will be involved.
Date and Time of the Draw
The Carabao Cup third-round draw is scheduled to take place on Wednesday, August 28, 2024. The event will be held at the City Ground in Nottingham, directly following the second-round match between Nottingham Forest and Newcastle United. If the game is decided in normal time, the draw is expected to begin at approximately 9:45 pm BST (4:45 pm ET). The entire draw will be hosted by the well-known broadcaster, Mark Chapman.
Where to Watch the Carabao Cup Draw
Fans in the UK can catch the live broadcast of the draw on Sky Sports, while those in the United States can tune in via fubo or CBS Sports. The draw will occur during the coverage of the Nottingham Forest versus Newcastle United match, which is available on Sky Sports Football, Sky Sports Main Event, and Sky Sports Ultra HDR in the UK. For U.S. viewers, the game and the subsequent draw can be streamed live on fubo or watched on CBS Sports.
Teams Involved in the Draw
A total of 32 teams will be in the pot for the Carabao Cup third-round draw. This includes the 25 winners from the second round, who will be joined by seven Premier League clubs: Manchester City, Arsenal, Liverpool, Aston Villa, Tottenham, Chelsea, and Manchester United. The English Football League (EFL) will announce the ball numbers on the morning of the draw, which will be updated here once confirmed.
Special Draw Conditions
Due to fixture schedule considerations, particularly with teams involved in European competitions, the draw will observe certain conditions. Specifically, teams competing in the Champions League will be placed in one bowl, while the remaining 26 teams will be in another. This ensures that a Champions League team does not draw a Europa League team, allowing for smoother fixture planning.
The Carabao Cup third-round draw promises to set up some thrilling encounters as top Premier League sides enter the competition. With the draw taking place on August 28, fans won’t want to miss the live coverage, available on multiple platforms depending on your location. The third-round fixtures are set to be played across two weeks, commencing September 16 and September 23, 2024. Get ready for another exciting chapter in this season’s Carabao Cup!