The Carabao Cup returns with high-stakes action this weekend, bringing a stacked schedule of first-round fixtures stretching across Saturday and Sunday. Fans in the UK and the United States will have unprecedented access to live coverage as heavyweights and dark horses launch their cup campaigns.
Weekend Marquee Fixtures
Saturday, August 8:
- Leicester City vs. Northampton Town: The Foxes kick off their cup journey at the King Power Stadium (3:00 p.m. BST).
- West Ham United: The Hammers host London Stadium action in first-round play (3:00 p.m. BST).
- Derby County vs. Lincoln City: A competitive clash at Pride Park Stadium (3:00 p.m. BST).
- Watford vs. Crawley Town: Vicarage Road plays host to the Hornets’ first-round tie (3:00 p.m. BST).
Sunday, August 9:
- Mansfield Town vs. Sheffield United: Sunday’s headline Carabao Cup fixture sees League One side Mansfield host recently relegated Championship contenders Sheffield United at Field Mill (4:00 p.m. BST).
How to Watch in the UK: Sky Sports+ and NOW
UK supporters can follow every moment of the weekend schedule thanks to Sky Sports+. Integrated into Sky TV, streaming service NOW, and the Sky Sports mobile app, Sky Sports+ makes it simple for fans to stream their favorite teams.
With the capability to showcase up to 100 live events concurrently, supporters won’t miss a kick during crowded kickoff windows. In addition to multi-stream coverage, the dedicated Sky Sports+ linear channel will showcase marquee standalone games—including Sunday’s clash between Mansfield Town and Sheffield United.
How to Watch in the US: CBS Sports & Paramount+
American soccer fans can also stream the action live throughout the weekend. Under an agreement with the EFL, CBS Sports delivers the widest distribution of EFL and Carabao Cup matches ever in the United States.
CBS Sports airs over 250 EFL matches each season across the Championship, League One, League Two, Carabao Cup, and EFL Trophy. US supporters can stream select Carabao Cup matches live on Paramount+, with additional broadcast coverage featured on CBS Sports Network and CBS Sports Golazo Network.
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