Confirmed Fixture Details
Liverpool’s Carabao Cup fourth-round tie against Chelsea at Anfield has been officially confirmed. The match is scheduled to be played on Wednesday, October 28, with kick-off set for 8pm GMT. These specific fixture details were confirmed by Liverpool FC.
The encounter marks a notable return to Anfield for Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso, who previously played for Liverpool. This highly anticipated clash sees the Premier League rivals drawn together for this stage of the competition, as reported by the BBC. Fans interested in attending can note that matchday hospitality packages for the 2026-27 season at Anfield are available, and an updated fixture list can be viewed via the club’s official channels.
Carabao Cup Fourth Round Overview
The wider Carabao Cup fourth round is scheduled to take place during the week commencing October 26, featuring a mix of Premier League giants and lower-league hopefuls. One of the standout ties sees League Two side Fleetwood Town hosting Premier League champions Arsenal. Fleetwood earned their place in this stage for the first time in their history by securing a 1-0 victory over Sheffield United. Their reward is a plum home tie against Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal, who advanced by beating Ipswich Town 4-2.
Holders Manchester City will welcome Brighton to the Etihad Stadium, provided they successfully navigate their remaining tie against Norwich. The draw also features two League One teams, Bradford and Peterborough, who will compete for a place in the quarter-finals after defeating Leyton Orient and Barnsley respectively in the third round.
Several other fixtures ensure a strong Premier League presence across the fourth round:
- Fulham hosting Crystal Palace
- Bournemouth at home to Aston Villa
- Brentford travelling to Sunderland
- Everton welcoming Newcastle United
These matches collectively form a crucial stage of the Carabao Cup, as teams vie for a spot in the quarter-finals.
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