Overview
- The draw is scheduled for around 10:00 p.m. BST on Wednesday, September 24, live on Sky Sports with a free stream on Sky Sports’ Football YouTube channel.
- The ceremony will follow Port Vale vs Arsenal at Vale Park, which kicks off at 8:00 p.m. BST.
- Ball numbers 1–16 have been published, with Grimsby Town at No. 1 and several slots to be finalized by Wednesday’s remaining third-round ties.
- Fourth-round fixtures are planned for the week commencing Monday, October 27, with precise dates to be confirmed.
- In the U.S., 2025/26 Carabao Cup matches are carried by CBS and streamed on Paramount+, while Australian coverage is on beIN Sports and beIN Sports Connect.