The Carabao Cup third round draw is set to take place tonight, revealing matchups for several top-flight clubs, including the defending champions Manchester City.

As the tournament progresses, more Premier League teams such as Arsenal, Liverpool, and Manchester United will join the competition after their earlier second-round matches. This stage of the tournament will be particularly challenging, as it coincides with European competitions, requiring careful scheduling for clubs involved in the Champions League, Europa League, and Conference League.

Key Details of the Draw:

• Date: Wednesday, 26 August
• Time: Following the Preston vs. Everton match, which starts at 8 PM BST
• Where to Watch: Live coverage will be available on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Football. A pre-draw show will air before the game.

Teams and Format:

A total of 32 teams will be drawn, consisting of:

• 23 winners from the second round
• 9 Premier League clubs entering this round due to their participation in European tournaments

The ball numbers for the teams will be confirmed before the draw.

Upcoming Matches:

The third round is scheduled to take place over two consecutive weeks, starting on September 7 and September 14, with all ties being single-leg fixtures. The winners will advance to the fourth round, heightening the stakes for each club involved.