Carabao Cup Quarterfinal Draw Revealed: Eight Elite Teams Battle for Semi-Final Spots

Carabao Cup Quarterfinal Draw Revealed: Eight Elite Teams Battle for Semi-Final Spots

The Carabao Cup holds and maintains a distinctive position within English football's competitive structure.

It stands as arguably the most commonly undervalued trophy available. Iconic Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson previously called it "a competition for youngsters" while one of his numerous struggling successors, José Mourinho, pondered: "Would English football benefit without this tournament? Perhaps we'd be more energized for European contests."

However, the inherent significance of England's second-tier cup becomes clearly evident once elimination occurs. What wouldn't Manchester United sacrifice to feature in this year's quarterfinal selection?

While the Red Devils experience jealousy, numerous Premier League teams will participate in a draw of increasing significance.

When Is the Carabao Cup Quarterfinal Draw?

The fourth stage commenced on Tuesday. Cardiff City defeated Wrexham in the initial encounter between these Welsh adversaries since 2004. Another League One side Wycombe Wanderers fell short in a penalty shootout against Fulham while Manchester United's conquerors Grimsby Town were eliminated by Brentford.

When Time Is the Carabao Cup Quarterfinal Draw?

The selection process will commence following the completion of Newcastle United's fourth-round match against Tottenham Hotspur, starting at 8 p.m. (4 p.m. ET, 1 p.m. PT). Extra time isn't played at this tournament phase, so even a penalty shootout should only delay the draw until approximately 10:30 p.m. (6:30 p.m. ET, 3:30 p.m. PT).

How to Watch the Carabao Cup Quarterfinal Draw

British audiences can view the draw proceedings on Sky Sports Football and Sky Sports News plus Sky Go. The unexpected pairing of Jamie Redknapp and Jobi McAnuff will provide their live commentary on the draw presented by Mark Chapman.

American audiences can access the draw through Paramount+.

Carabao Cup Quarterfinal Draw Teams

Qualified

Remaining Ties

Carabao Cup Quarterfinal Dates

Round

Date

Preliminary round

July 29–Aug. 5, 2025

First round

Aug. 12–19, 2025

Second round

w/c Aug. 25, 2025

Third round

w/c Sept. 15 and w/c Sept. 22, 2025

Fourth round

w/c Oct. 27, 2025

Quarterfinals

w/c Dec. 15, 2025

Semifinals

w/c Jan. 12 and w/c Feb. 2, 2025

Final

March 22, 2026