EFL Cup second round matches scheduled for today
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 9:09 AM
Last updated Aug 25, 2026
The Carabao Cup second round begins today, August 25, featuring 17 matches across England. Premier League teams are joining the tournament, including the 11 not involved in European competitions. The defending champions are Manchester City, who won the title by defeating Arsenal last year. The matches today feature clubs such as Cardiff City vs. Norwich City and Southampton vs. West Ham United, among others. Following today, Tottenham will play on Wednesday and Chelsea on Thursday.
- •17 matches scheduled for today in the EFL Cup second round.
- •Premier League teams not in Europe join the tournament.
- •Manchester City are the defending champions from last year's final.
- •Matches include Cardiff City vs. Norwich City at 2 p.m. ET.
- •Tottenham and Chelsea set to play later in the week.
- 9:09 AMYahoo Sports — EFL Cup games today: Schedule and where to watch Carabao Cup
"England's Carabao Cup second round begins Tuesday with Premier League teams joining the fray.
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