Carabao Cup First Round Draw: How to Watch and Key Fixtures
Carabao Cup First Round Draw: How to Watch and Key Fixtures

The Carabao Cup first round draw is set to take place, with 34 teams from the EFL and Premier League's non-European participants entering the competition. The draw will determine the matchups for the opening round of the 2026-27 season.

Fans can watch the draw for free via the EFL's official website and social media channels. The draw is scheduled for [date not provided], and the full list of ball numbers has been released, including clubs such as Manchester City, who won the trophy last season, and other notable sides like Sheffield United, West Bromwich Albion, and Wrexham.

Key fixtures to watch include potential local derbies and clashes between Championship and League One sides. The exact match dates will be confirmed after the draw, with ties expected to take place in early August.

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For those unable to watch live, updates will be available on the EFL's official platforms and major sports news outlets.

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