when is the draw for carabao cup

The most recent Carabao Cup (2025–26) draw of real interest right now is the semi‑final draw , which was held on Wednesday 17 December 2025 , with the semi‑final legs scheduled for 12 January 2026 and 2 February 2026.

Current season context

• The 2025–26 Carabao Cup runs from 29 July 2025 to 22 March 2026.

• Key knockout rounds this season are set up so that the semi‑finals happen in January and early February 2026, with the final on 22 March 2026 at Wembley.

Recent draw dates (2025–26)

• Fourth‑round draw (last 16): Held on Wednesday 24 September 2025 around 22:00 BST.

• Quarter‑final draw: Conducted on Wednesday 29 October 2025 , after the round of 16 matches finished.

• Semi‑final draw: Took place on Wednesday 17 December 2025.

These are the most up‑to‑date confirmed draw timings for the current Carabao Cup campaign.

How to catch future draws live

• Check the official EFL / Carabao Cup site and broadcasters such as Sky Sports for exact draw times and live coverage details each round.

• Sports outlets like Goal and The Sporting News usually publish the draw date and TV info as soon as it is confirmed.

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