The next major EFL Cup (Carabao Cup) draw date on the calendar is for the 2025–26 first round , which is scheduled for 26 June 2025 , with the draw taking place in the afternoon on that date.

Quick Scoop

  • The EFL Cup is branded as the Carabao Cup for sponsorship reasons.
  • For the 2025–26 season , key competition dates are already set, including the first round draw and the final.
  • The first round draw is listed for Thursday 26 June 2025 , with coverage planned on TV (e.g., Sky Sports News) that afternoon.

Upcoming EFL Cup dates

  • First round draw: 26 June 2025.
  • First round ties played: Week commencing 11 August 2025.
  • Final at Wembley: Sunday 22 March 2026.

Why the wording can be confusing

When people ask “when is the EFL Cup draw?” they might mean different stages:

  • Season-start draw (round one): fixed well in advance, like the 26 June 2025 date above.
  • Later-round draws (quarters, semis): often held right after live TV games on specific matchdays and only announced closer to the time. For example, the 2025–26 quarter-final and semi-final draws are scheduled immediately after televised ties on set October and December dates.

Tip to stay updated

  • Check the EFL or BBC Sport football fixtures/draw sections in the week leading up to each round, as they post exact draw times and which live show is hosting it.

Information gathered from public forums or data available on the internet and portrayed here.