Carabao Cup Fourth Round Draw: Liverpool, Arsenal and Chelsea discover their fate | OneFootball

Carabao Cup fourth round brings heavyweight clashes

The Carabao Cup has reached the fourth round stage and the draw has produced several fixtures that will attract attention across the country. With Arsenal, Liverpool and Chelsea all handed significant ties, the next round promises drama and intrigue for clubs balancing domestic duties with the pursuit of silverware.

Arsenal handed home advantage

Arsenal’s reward is a home tie against Brighton. Mikel Arteta’s side, who continue to push in both the Premier League and Europe, will see this as a strong chance to progress. The Emirates crowd will expect to see rotation but the emphasis remains on momentum. Brighton, unpredictable and tactically adventurous, will not be taken lightly. This match has the feel of a test of depth as much as a battle between first elevens.

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Liverpool to face Palace again

Liverpool and Crystal Palace meet in the league this weekend, but the Carabao Cup draw has paired them again at Anfield. After overcoming Southampton, Arne Slot’s side welcome a Palace outfit who will view this tie as an opportunity to make a statement. The Reds have a long tradition in this competition, and Slot has often used it to blend youth with experience. Expect a vibrant Anfield atmosphere with both sides eyeing a quarter-final place.

Chelsea travel to Wolves

For Chelsea, the trip to Molineux to face Wolves presents a different type of challenge. Enzo Maresca has spoken about the importance of building consistency and the Carabao Cup provides a platform for younger players to make their case. Wolves, meanwhile, will sense an opening against a squad still finding its rhythm. With both clubs viewing cup progress as a vital component of their season, this fixture carries plenty of intrigue.

Other standout fixtures

Newcastle, the holders, welcome Tottenham after dispatching Bradford. Spurs, having beaten Doncaster, now face Eddie Howe’s team who continue to look strong at St James’ Park. The draw has also served up an all-Welsh encounter as Wrexham host Cardiff, a tie that will stir plenty of passion in the stands.

Elsewhere, Grimsby’s remarkable run continues after knocking out Manchester United and Sheffield Wednesday, with Brentford set to visit. Swansea host Manchester City in what looks the most daunting task of the round, while Fulham must travel to Wycombe.

The matches are scheduled for the week commencing 27 October, a period that will test squad resources for every club involved. With Arsenal, Liverpool and Chelsea all in the mix, this stage of the Carabao Cup could provide a significant marker for ambitions later in the season.