The Carabao Cup fourth-round draw for the 2025-26 season is scheduled to take place on Wednesday, September 24, 2025. The draw will occur immediately following the conclusion of the third-round match between Port Vale and Arsenal, which kicks off at 8pm BST.
Start Time
The live draw is anticipated to begin around 10:00 PM BST. However, the exact start time is subject to change, depending on the length of the Port Vale vs. Arsenal match. If the game extends to penalties, the draw will be delayed. Some sources suggest a start time of approximately 10:15 PM BST.
How to Watch
Football fans in the UK can watch the Carabao Cup fourth-round draw live on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Football. Sky Sports often streams the draw on their Sky Sports Football YouTube channel and various social media platforms for free. Sky Go app users can also stream the draw. For those without a Sky Sports subscription, a day pass is available on NOW TV. Highlights and full replays will be available on the Sky Sports website and YouTube channel shortly after the draw. Coverage of the Port Vale vs. Arsenal match will begin at 7 PM BST.
Ball Numbers
Here are the teams in contention for the fourth-round draw, along with their potential ball numbers:
The confirmed ball numbers will be revealed ahead of the draw.
Fourth-Round Fixtures
The fourth-round matches are scheduled to take place during the week commencing Monday, October 27, 2025. Most games will likely be played on the evenings of Tuesday, October 28, or Wednesday, October 29. The exact dates and kick-off times will be finalized after the draw. Each tie is a single-leg match played at the home ground of the team drawn first.
The Carabao Cup is known for its unpredictability and has already seen some major upsets this season, including Manchester United's exit at the hands of Grimsby Town.
