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Fleetwood prepares to host Arsenal in EFL Cup fourth round

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 26, 2026, 3:24 PM

Last updated Oct 26, 2026

Fleetwood prepares to host Arsenal in EFL Cup fourth round
Summary

Fleetwood Town faces Arsenal in the EFL Cup fourth round at Highbury on Tuesday night. Manager Matt Lawlor noted that his League Two team respects the Premier League champions but will not fear them. Fleetwood has advanced past Chesterfield, Shrewsbury, and Sheffield United to reach this stage. Lawlor emphasized the importance of the match for the club and expressed admiration for Arsenal’s manager Mikel Arteta. The game will be closely followed, with expectations for a strong performance from Fleetwood.

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  • •Fleetwood Town hosts Arsenal in the EFL Cup fourth round on October 26.
  • •Fleetwood has progressed past three teams to reach this round.
  • •Manager Matt Lawlor emphasizes the importance of the occasion.
  • •The match sees Fleetwood facing the reigning Premier League champions.
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  • 3:24 PMYahoo Sports — Fleetwood will respect but not fear Arsenal in cup
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League Two Fleetwood Town welcome Premier League champions Arsenal to Highbury in the EFL Cup fourth round on Tuesday night.

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