The Carabao Cup returns for the 2026/27 campaign, and every fixture in the second round will be broadcast live on Sky Sports. This week’s action kicks off on Thursday, when Chelsea travel to host Luton Town and League One side AFC Wimbledon travel to Craven Cottage to take on Fulham. These two matches close out the second‑round slate and set the stage for the next round of the tournament.
The stakes are clear: the victor of the Chelsea‑Luton encounter will earn the right to host Leeds United in the third round, while the winner of the Fulham‑Wimbledon clash will go on to face West Ham United. All games are scheduled to start at 7:45 p.m.
BST unless a different kickoff time is announced. Fans who prefer streaming can tune into the Carabao Cup without committing to a long‑term contract by downloading the Sky Sports app. The app provides live coverage, replays and highlights, making it easy to follow the competition on a smartphone, tablet or computer.
Sky Sports subscribers also have the option to watch via Sky Sports+ on the web, ensuring that the matches are accessible even when the television is not within reach. The tournament has already delivered plenty of excitement.
Across the first 20 matches of the season, a total of 74 goals have been scored, highlighting the attacking intent that teams bring to this knockout format. For those who miss the live action, Sky Sports has compiled a comprehensive highlights reel that can be accessed through the dedicated Carabao Cup page.
In addition to video coverage, Sky Sports runs a real‑time written blog for each round. The first‑round blog went live on Saturday and will be followed by live‑blog updates throughout the competition, offering minute‑by‑minute commentary, key statistics and fan reactions for readers who cannot watch the matches on screen. Looking ahead, the competition will maintain a steady rhythm throughout the season.
The second round continues during the week beginning 24 August, followed by the third round in the weeks of 7 September and 14 September. The fourth round is slated for the week of 26 October, and the fifth round will be contested in the week of 14 December. The semi‑finals are split into two legs, with the first leg scheduled for the week of 11 January and the second leg for the week of 1 February.
The grand finale will take place on Sunday, 21 March, where the two surviving clubs will battle for the trophy. European‑qualified Premier League clubs – Arsenal, Manchester City, Manchester United, Aston Villa, Liverpool, Bournemouth, Brighton, Sunderland and Crystal Palace – will join the competition in the third round, adding another layer of intrigue and quality to the draw.
For a complete overview of the first‑round draw and the full schedule, fans can visit Sky Sports’ dedicated Carabao Cup page. The site also provides information on how to enter the Super 6 competition, a weekly prediction game that offers a chance to win up to £1 million at no cost. Whether you are a die‑hard supporter of one of the participating clubs or a neutral viewer who enjoys knockout football, the Carabao Cup’s second round promises drama, goals and the potential for giant‑killing upsets.
With live television, streaming options, highlight packages and live blogs, Sky Sports ensures that every fan can stay connected to the action, no matter where they are or how they prefer to consume the sport. So set your alarms for 7:45 p.m. BST on Thursday, fire up the Sky Sports app, and enjoy the excitement as Chelsea face Luton and Fulham take on Wimbledon in what promises to be a thrilling conclusion to the second round of the Carabao Cup.