Newcastle United take on West Bromwich Albion in the Carabao Cup second round at St James' Park this evening. The Magpies are kicking off their Carabao Cup campaign after a 2-2 draw with Liverpool opened their 2026/27 Premier League season.
Recent cup pedigree
United have a strong recent history in the competition, having won it in 2025, reached the final in 2023, made the semi-finals last season and lost on penalties in the quarter-finals in 2024.
Manager Matthias Jaissle is tasked with continuing Eddie Howe's excellent record in the tournament. Jaissle arrives having won cup competitions in Salzburg and Saudi Arabia.
Opponents in form
West Brom may play in the division below, but they have won all three of their matches so far this season.
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