Carabao Cup draw LIVE: Quarter-finalists to learn opponents after tonight’s ties

The hypocrisy of Mikel Arteta’s scathing reaction towards ‘kid’ Max Dowman

Arteta preached the need to ‘emotionally dominate’ after Arsenal’s humiliating Carabao Cup exit but failed to keep his own emotions in check when 16-year-old Max Dowman was sent off, writes Will Castle

Mike Jones28 October 2026 21:12

Martin Odegaard calls on Arsenal to ‘step up’ after Fleetwood humiliation

Martin Odegaard has warned his Arsenal teammates there is no time for self-pity following a surprise Carabao Cup elimination by League Two outfit Fleetwood on Tuesday evening.

“It’s very frustrating to go out,” Odegaard said. “Obviously, the way we’ve played was not on the level. We need to do much, much better than we did.

“Frustrating, but congratulations to Fleetwood and we look forward to the next game already and bounce back.

“They did well so we have to give them credit, but I think (it) was about us not being on our level, we need to do better. I thought we improved during the game, but again, we need to step up even more – so that’s a shame.”

Arsenal suffered a shock upset defeat away at Fleetwood - losing on penalties to crash out of the Carabao Cup
Arsenal suffered a shock upset defeat away at Fleetwood – losing on penalties to crash out of the Carabao Cup (PA)

Mike Jones28 October 2026 21:00

Arsenal to launch appeal against Dowman red card

Arsenal will lodge an appeal against Max Dowman’s red card following Tuesday night’s unexpected Carabao Cup elimination against League Two side Fleetwood.

The 16-year-old was sent off for kicking out at Harrison Neal after a physical tackle in the 85th minute of the match, which Arsenal lost on penalties following a 1-1 draw.

Boss Mikel Arteta spoke briefly to the teenager as he exited the pitch at Highbury, and Arsenal intend to submit an appeal to the Football Association, with paperwork needing to be lodged before Thursday’s 1pm deadline.

Mike Jones28 October 2026 20:50

Liverpool level

Scratch that! Liverpool are now level with Chelsea, replying in kind with Cody Gakpo confident and calm from 12 yards.

A penalty apiece and it’s 1-1 with half time nearing.

Harry Latham-Coyle28 October 2026 20:44

Half-time scores

The second halves will soon be underway in the four 7.30pm GMT kick offs tonight. Here’s how they sit:

Manchester City 1-1 Brighton

Bournemouth 1-0 Aston Villa

Fulham 0-1 Crystal Palace

Sunderland lead Brentford at the Stadium of Light
Sunderland lead Brentford at the Stadium of Light (Reuters)

Harry Latham-Coyle28 October 2026 20:42

How Fleetwood knocked out Arsenal in Carabao Cup’s greatest shock

The lowest-ranked team in the competition are through to the quarter-finals after a stunning win against the Premier League champions.

Jamie Braidwood28 October 2026 20:36

When will the Carabao Cup quarter-final be played?

All quarter-final ties will take place during the week commencing 14 December.

Mike Jones28 October 2026 20:30

What are the ball numbers?

1. Bournemouth or Aston Villa

5. Fulham or Crystal Palace

8. Sunderland or Brentford

Mike Jones28 October 2026 20:24

Carabao Cup fourth round fixtures and results

Bradford City 2-0 Peterborough United

Fleetwood Town 1-1 Arsenal (Fleetwood won 5-3 on pens)

Manchester City vs Brighton and Hove Albion

Bournemouth vs Aston Villa

Mike Jones28 October 2026 20:18

How can I watch it?

Proceedings will be aired live on Sky Sports. Presenter Dave Jones will host the programme, with Conor Coady and Graeme Le Saux on hand to conduct the draw.

Mike Jones28 October 2026 20:12