How to watch EFL Cup: Live streams, TV channels, start times and latest fixtures for Carabao Cup 2025/26 season

The Carabao Cup, widely recognized as the EFL Cup or simply the League Cup, enters its 65th edition in the 2025-26 campaign, with silverware, pride, and European football opportunity all on the line.

Beyond the prize money and the chance to etch their name into English football's rich history, the eventual champions will also book a spot in the playoff round of next season's Europa Conference League.

STREAM: Every EFL Cup match LIVE on BeIN Sports

Holders Newcastle United will be eager to hang on to their silverware. However, there's still a stiff challenge, as the likes of  Chelsea and Arsenal remain alive in the competition.

AllSportsPeople looks at the key fixture details this week and how to follow the matches.

Carabao Cup quarterfinal fixture schedule

Wednesday, December 17

• Cardiff City vs. Chelsea (7 a.m. AEDT)

Thursday, December 18

• Manchester City vs. Brentford (6:30 a.m. AEDT)
• Newcastle United vs. Fulham (7:15 a.m. AEDT)

Wednesday, December 23

• Arsenal vs. Crystal Palace (TBC)

EFL Carabao Cup live streams, TV channels in Australia

In Australia, Carabao Cup action is available exclusively on beIN Sports, the official broadcaster of the competition.

STREAM: Every EFL Cup match LIVE on BeIN Sports

Fans can follow the tournament from the early knockout rounds right through to the showpiece final at Wembley, all via the network’s streaming service. Subscriptions can be made directly through the Connect website or mobile app, with matches accessible on laptops, smartphones, tablets, and smart TVs.

For the 2025/26 season, beIN Sports will be the home to the majority of games from every round of the competition. 

Here are the full TV channel and live stream details to watch this week's EFL Carabao Cup matches.

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