By Harry Brent,Steve Wollaston
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The Carabao Cup, known for its unpredictability and thrilling knockout rounds, didn’t disappoint this season. In a shocking turn of events, Manchester United were knocked out by League Two’s Grimsby Town in one of the competition’s most surprising upsets. Newly-promoted Premier League teams Sunderland and Leeds also fell to lower-league opposition, leaving fans speculating that this year’s tournament could be one of the most diverse and unpredictable in recent years. With the country’s top clubs now entering the fray, we’re bracing ourselves for more surprises. This week sees the start of the third round with several enticing David vs Goliath match-ups. As we start looking towards the fourth-round draw, here’s everything you need to know, courtesy of Mirror Football. When is the Carabao Cup fourth-round draw? The 2025 Carabao Cup fourth-round draw is set for Wednesday, September 24. It will take place live after the conclusion of that evening’s third-round match between Port Vale and Arsenal, which kicks off at 8pm BST, reports the Mirror . The live draw is expected to start around 10pm, although the exact time will depend on how long the match lasts – it could go to penalties if there’s no clear winner after 90 minutes. How can I watch the Carabao Cup fourth-round draw? Football fans can catch the live draw on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Football. For those who prefer streaming, the Sky Go app is available for subscribers, while non-subscribers can opt for a day pass on NOW TV. Highlights and a full replay will be accessible on the Sky Sports website and YouTube channel shortly after. The coverage of Port Vale vs Arsenal will kick off at 7pm, with the fourth-round draw set to take place immediately after the final whistle. So, which teams have made it to the Carabao Cup fourth-round draw? The fourth-round draw of the Carabao Cup will feature the 16 teams that advance from the third round. Here’s a glimpse at the teams still in contention – and the ball numbers to keep an eye on. When are the Carabao Cup fourth-round fixtures scheduled? The fourth-round matches are slated for the week beginning Monday, October 27, 2025, with most games kicking off on the evening of Tuesday, October 28, or Wednesday, October 29. The exact dates and times will be confirmed post-draw, but all ties are single-leg matches played at the home ground of the team drawn first. When will the Carabao Cup third-round fixtures wrap up? Three third-round matches are scheduled for Tuesday, September 16, and one for Wednesday, September 17. The majority of the games, however, will take place the following week on Tuesday, September 23 and Wednesday, September 24.
