The Carabao Cup third-round draw has been completed, serving up some thrilling fixtures as big Premier League clubs join the competition.

Arsenal and Chelsea both face tricky away ties, while holders Newcastle United begin their defence at home against Bradford City at St. James’ Park.

Last season’s beaten finalists and Premier League champions Liverpool will welcome Championship side Southampton to Anfield.

There are also some all Premier League clashes with Everton taking on Wolverhampton Wanderers and Brentford hosting Aston Villa.

Grimsby Town were the story of the second round after knocking out Manchester United on penalties in a dramatic shootout. Their reward is a clash against Sheffield Wednesday of the Championship.

Here’s the full draw for the 2025/26 Carabao Cup third round:

⚽ Carabao Cup Third Round Fixtures

• Port Vale vs Arsenal
• Swansea City vs Nottingham Forest
• Lincoln City vs Chelsea
• Tottenham vs Doncaster
• Brentford vs Aston Villa
• Huddersfield Town vs Manchester City
• Liverpool vs Southampton
• Newcastle vs Bradford
• Sheffield Wednesday vs Grimsby
• Wolves vs Everton
• Crystal Palace vs Millwall
• Burnley vs Cardiff
• Wrexham vs Reading
• Wigan vs Wycombe
• Barnsley vs Brighton
• Fuham vs Cambridge