Carabao Cup Quarter-Final Draw: Date, Time, Ball Numbers, and Viewing Info

The Carabao Cup is heating up with some surprising results as the competition nears its quarter-final stage. The biggest shock came from Fleetwood Town, a fourth-tier team that knocked out Premier League champions Arsenal on penalties after a 1-1 draw at Highbury. This upset sets the stage for an exciting next round.

Despite the surprise, several top clubs remain in the hunt. Liverpool and Chelsea will face off in a heavyweight clash among the remaining fourth-round matches scheduled this week. Holders Manchester City will also be tested against Brighton & Hove Albion, one of the season’s strong performers, as the tournament approaches its crucial phase.

Meanwhile, Fleetwood Town might meet Bradford City in the semi-finals if Bradford wins their upcoming match against Peterborough United.

When Is the Quarter-Final Draw?

The draw will take place after the Liverpool vs Chelsea match, which starts at 8pm BST on Wednesday, October 28, 2026. Expect the draw to begin sometime after 10pm BST once the game concludes.

Where Can You Watch the Draw?

The draw will be broadcast live on Sky Sports. Dave Jones will host, with analysis and commentary by Conor Coady and Graeme Le Saux, who will also conduct the draw itself.

Recent and Upcoming Fixtures

• Tuesday 27 October: Bradford City 2-0 Peterborough United
• Tuesday 27 October: Fleetwood Town 1-1 Arsenal (Fleetwood won 5-3 on penalties)
• Wednesday 28 October: Manchester City vs Brighton & Hove Albion
• Wednesday 28 October: Bournemouth vs Aston Villa
• Wednesday 28 October: Fulham vs Crystal Palace
• Wednesday 28 October: Sunderland vs Brentford
• Wednesday 28 October: Liverpool vs Chelsea
• Thursday 29 October: 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 & Hove Albion
• 8: Sunderland or Brentford

When Are the Quarter-Finals Scheduled?

All quarter-final matches are set for the week starting December 14, 2026.