EFL Cup third-round draw: Liverpool to face Tottenham

The third round of the Carabao Cup (EFL Cup) has delivered an exciting fixture, pitting Liverpool against Tottenham Hotspur in what is arguably the standout tie. This stage of the competition sees the entry of Premier League clubs participating in European tournaments, adding further intrigue to the draw.

Defending champions Manchester City are set to host Norwich City, while fellow top-flight giants Manchester United have been drawn against Brighton & Hove Albion. Other notable Premier League matchups include Arsenal traveling to Ipswich, and Aston Villa facing Coventry away from home.

Further down the line, Bournemouth will take on Lincoln, and Sunderland has been paired with Hull City. Newcastle United faces a trip to Millwall, and Everton will host Wolves. Fleetwood Town, the sole remaining fourth-tier side, has earned a home tie against Sheffield United.

The draw also produced Crystal Palace versus Middlesbrough, Leyton Orient against Bradford City, Reading hosting Brentford, and Peterborough United taking on Barnsley. The final two ties will be confirmed after Chelsea's match against Luton and Fulham's game against AFC Wimbledon are completed.

The third-round matches are scheduled to be played across the weeks commencing September 7 and September 14. The scheduling is designed to avoid conflicts with the initial rounds of European club competitions, ensuring a smoother fixture list for the teams involved.