September 26, (THEWILL) – The EFL Cup fourth-round draw has set up several intriguing fixtures, with Tottenham Hotspur versus Manchester City standing out as the most anticipated match.
The two English Premier League giants will battle for a spot in the quarter-finals after progressing from their respective third-round ties. Manchester City defeated Watford 2-1 at home, while Tottenham overcame Coventry City.
Defending champions Liverpool face a challenging away match against Brighton and Hove Albion, who have been performing well recently. Manchester United, fresh from their Europa League engagement, will host Leicester City. Chelsea await the winner of the postponed match between AFC Wimbledon and Newcastle United, scheduled to take place at St James’ Park next week.
The draw has produced another all-Premier League clash between Aston Villa and Crystal Palace. Meanwhile, Southampton and Brentford will welcome Championship sides Sheffield Wednesday and Stoke City respectively. Arsenal, who convincingly beat Bolton Wanderers 5-1, are set to travel to Preston North End for their fourth-round fixture.
The EFL Cup, also known as the Carabao Cup for sponsorship reasons, is one of England’s major football competitions. It provides an opportunity for lower-league teams to compete against EPL clubs and offers a path to European football for the winners.
The tournament has gained significance in recent years as managers often use it to give playing time to younger players and squad members who might not feature regularly in league matches. The fourth-round ties are expected to take place in late October or early November 2024, with exact dates and times to be confirmed by the EFL in due course.
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