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Carabao Cup: Third Round Overview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The third round of the Carabao Cup will have 16 thrilling encounters, including some big games having top Premier League clubs. Liverpool takes on Tottenham Hotspur, Chelsea play Leeds, Arsenal visit Ipswich Town, and Manchester United entertain Brighton. Participation in European competitions may mean changes in the starting eleven. Lower-league teams will create competitiveness against elite opponents.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Carabao Cup: Third Round Full Fixtures<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Date & Day<\/strong><\/td>Home Team<\/strong><\/td>Away Team<\/strong><\/td>Time Zones<\/strong><\/td>Venue<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
ET<\/strong><\/strong><\/td>PT<\/strong><\/strong><\/td>IST<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
8 September 2026 (Tuesday)<\/strong><\/td>Bournemouth<\/td>Lincoln City<\/td>2:45 PM<\/td>11:45 AM<\/td>12:15 AM (Next day)<\/td>Vitality Stadium, Bournemouth<\/td><\/tr>
8 September 2026 (Tuesday)<\/strong><\/strong><\/td>Leyton Orient<\/td>Bradford City<\/td>2:45 PM<\/td>11:45 AM<\/td>12:15 AM (Next day)<\/td>BetWright Stadium, Brisbane Road<\/td><\/tr>
8 September 2026 (Tuesday)<\/strong><\/td>Sunderland<\/td>Hull<\/td>2:45 PM<\/td>11:45 AM<\/td>12:15 AM (Next day)<\/td>Stadium of Light, Sunderland<\/td><\/tr>
8 September 2026 (Tuesday)<\/strong><\/strong><\/td>Crystal Palace<\/td>Middlesbrough<\/td>2:45 PM<\/td>11:45 AM<\/td>12:15 AM (Next day)<\/td>Selhurst Park<\/td><\/tr>
8 September 2026 (Tuesday)<\/strong><\/td>Millwall<\/td>Newcastle United<\/td>3:00 PM<\/td>12:00 PM<\/td>12:30 AM (Next day)<\/td>The Den, Millwall<\/td><\/tr>
9 September 2026 (Wednesday)<\/strong><\/strong><\/td>Chelsea<\/td>Leeds United<\/td>3:00 PM<\/td>12:00 PM<\/td>12:30 AM (Next day)<\/td>Stamford Bridge, Fulham<\/td><\/tr>
15 September 2026 (Tuesday)<\/strong><\/td>Peterborough United<\/td>Barnsley<\/td>2:45 PM<\/td>11:45 AM<\/td>12:15 AM (Next day)<\/td>Weston Homes Stadium, Peterborough<\/td><\/tr>
15 September 2026 (Tuesday)<\/strong><\/strong><\/td>West Ham United<\/td>Fulham<\/td>2:45 PM<\/td>11:45 AM<\/td>12:15 AM (Next day)<\/td>London Stadium<\/td><\/tr>
15 September 2026 (Tuesday)<\/strong><\/td>Liverpool<\/td>Tottenham Hotspur<\/td>3:00 PM<\/td>12:00 PM<\/td>12:30 AM (Next day)<\/td>Anfield, Liverpool<\/td><\/tr>
15 September 2026 (Tuesday)<\/strong><\/strong><\/td>Ipswich Town<\/td>Arsenal<\/td>3:00 PM<\/td>12:00 PM<\/td>12:30 AM (Next day)<\/td>Portman Road Stadium, Ipswich<\/td><\/tr>
15 September 2026 (Tuesday)<\/strong><\/td>Reading<\/td>Brentford<\/td>2:45 PM<\/td>11:45 AM<\/td>12:15 AM (Next day)<\/td>Select Car Leasing Stadium, Reading<\/td><\/tr>
16 September 2026 (Wednesday)<\/strong><\/strong><\/td>Fleetwood Town<\/td>Sheffield United<\/td>2:45 PM<\/td>11:45 AM<\/td>12:15 AM (Next day)<\/td>Highbury Stadium, Fleetwood<\/td><\/tr>
16 September 2026 (Wednesday)<\/strong><\/td>Everton<\/td>Wolverhampton Wanderers<\/td>2:45 PM<\/td>11:45 AM<\/td>12:15 AM (Next day)<\/td>Hill Dickinson Stadium, Everton<\/td><\/tr>
16 September 2026 (Wednesday)<\/strong><\/strong><\/td>Manchester United<\/td>Brighton<\/td>3:00 PM<\/td>12:00 PM<\/td>12:30 AM (Next day)<\/td>Old Trafford, Greater Manchester<\/td><\/tr>
16 September 2026 (Wednesday)<\/strong><\/td>Coventry City<\/td>Aston Villa<\/td>3:00 PM<\/td>12:00 PM<\/td>12:30 AM (Next day)<\/td>Coventry Building Society Arena<\/td><\/tr>
17 September 2026 (Thursday)<\/strong><\/strong><\/td>Manchester City<\/td>Norwich City<\/td>2:30 PM<\/td>11:30 AM<\/td>12:00 AM (Next day)<\/td>Etihad Stadium, Manchester<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Carabao Cup: Eight Third-Round Showdowns You Shouldn\u2019t Miss<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Carabao Cup third round features a total of 16 matches. In that there are many thrilling ties, from Premier League battles that upset the potential teams competing for the cup. These eight matches are distinguished by their rivalry, quality, competitiveness, and storylines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rank<\/strong><\/td>Match<\/strong><\/td>Why It Stands Out<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
1<\/strong><\/strong><\/td>Liverpool vs Tottenham<\/strong><\/td>The Carabao fixture has a headline tie between two major Premier League clubs.<\/td><\/tr>
2<\/strong><\/td>Chelsea vs Leeds<\/strong><\/td>A strong Premier League matchup with plenty of recent history.<\/td><\/tr>
3<\/strong><\/strong><\/td>Ipswich Town vs Arsenal<\/strong><\/td>Arsenal will face a tricky away test against an ambitious Ipswich side.<\/td><\/tr>
4<\/strong><\/td>Manchester United vs Brighton<\/strong><\/td>Two Premier League teams with contrasting styles meet at Old Trafford.<\/td><\/tr>
5<\/strong><\/strong><\/td>Coventry City vs Aston Villa<\/strong><\/td>A Midlands clash adds an extra local appreciation to the round.<\/td><\/tr>
6<\/strong><\/td>Millwall vs Newcastle United<\/strong><\/td>Millwall\u2019s physical appearance will test Newcastle\u2019s Premier League quality.<\/td><\/tr>
7<\/strong><\/strong><\/td>Sunderland vs Hull City<\/strong><\/td>Two competitive sides meet with cup progression at stake.<\/td><\/tr>
8<\/strong><\/td>Everton vs Wolves<\/strong><\/td>A Premier League battle adds further quality to the third round.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Top Profile Matches: Third-Round Carabao Cup<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Chelsea vs Leeds United<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Date:<\/strong> 9 September 2026 (Wednesday)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Time:<\/strong> 3:00 PM ET | 12:00 PM PT | 12:30 AM IST (Next day)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Venue:<\/strong> Stamford Bridge, Fulham<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Expected Carabao Cup Squad<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Chelsea<\/h5>\n\n\n\n
Position<\/strong><\/td>Players<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Goalkeepers<\/strong><\/strong><\/td>Emiliano Mart\u00ednez, Teddy Sharman-Lowe, Mike Penders, Gaga Slonina<\/td><\/tr>
Defenders<\/strong><\/td>Marco Palestra, Wesley Fofana, Maxence Lacroix, Levi Colwill, Jorrel Hato, Reece James, Malo Gusto, Pep Chavarr\u00eda, Aaron Anselmino, Josh Acheampong, Olutayo Subuloye<\/td><\/tr>
Midfielders<\/strong><\/strong><\/td>Valent\u00edn Barco, Cole Palmer, Jordan Henderson, Morgan Rogers, Geovany Quenda, Mois\u00e9s Caicedo, Reggie Watson, Mahdi Nicoll-Jazuli, Romeo Lavia<\/td><\/tr>
Forwards<\/strong><\/td>Pedro Neto, Jo\u00e3o Pedro, Jamie Gittens, Danny Welbeck, Emmanuel Emegha, Est\u00eav\u00e3o<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Leeds United<\/h5>\n\n\n\n
Position<\/strong><\/td>Players<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Goalkeepers<\/strong><\/td>James Trafford, Alex Cairns, Michael Zetterer, Rory Mahady, Darryl Ombang<\/td><\/tr>
Defenders<\/strong><\/td>Jayden Bogle, Gabriel Gudmundsson, Tarik Muharemovi\u0107, Joe Rodon, Jaka Bijol, James Justin, Nico Elvedi, Melvin Bard, Jayden Lienou<\/td><\/tr>
Midfielders<\/strong><\/td>Ethan Ampadu, Sean Longstaff, Anton Stach, Ao Tanaka, Ilia Gruev, Brenden Aaronson, Rhys Chadwick, Callum Mills, Alfie Cresswell<\/td><\/tr>
Forwards<\/strong><\/td>Daniel James, Dominic Calvert-Lewin, Harry Wilson, Lukas Nmecha, Noah Okafor<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Injury List for Carabao Cup<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Unavailable players for Chelsea:<\/strong> Mois\u00e9s Caicedo (injury), Jordan Henderson (injury), Marco Palestra (injury). <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Unavailable players for Leeds United:<\/strong> Ilia Gruev (injury), Joe Rodon (injury), Mateo Joseph (injury).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Performance Measures<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
KPI<\/strong><\/td>Chelsea FC<\/strong><\/td>Leeds United<\/strong><\/td>Winner \/ Edge<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
All-Time H2H History<\/strong><\/strong><\/td>40 Wins<\/td>41 Wins <\/strong>(31 Draws)<\/td>Leeds United<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Recent H2H Form (Since 2020)<\/strong><\/td>7 Wins<\/strong><\/td>2 Wins<\/td>Chelsea<\/strong> (Modern dominance)<\/td><\/tr>
Current League Tier<\/strong><\/strong><\/td>Premier League Elite Tier<\/td>Premier League Mid\/Lower Tier<\/td>Chelsea<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Squad Market Value<\/strong><\/td>~\u20ac1.08 billion<\/td>~\u20ac407.55 million<\/td>Chelsea<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Recent Match Day Performance<\/strong><\/strong><\/td>Lost 1\u20132 vs Arsenal<\/td>Lost 3\u20130 vs Brighton<\/td>Leeds United<\/strong> (Slightly better momentum)<\/td><\/tr>
Average Ball Possession<\/strong><\/td>59%<\/strong> (vs elite teams)<\/td>41% (vs elite teams)<\/td>Chelsea<\/strong> (Superior control)<\/td><\/tr>
Passing Accuracy KPI<\/strong><\/strong><\/td>83% \u2013 87%<\/strong><\/td>69% \u2013 81%<\/td>Chelsea<\/strong> (Better technical build-up)<\/td><\/tr>
Goal Creation Threat (xG Index)<\/strong><\/td>High (Led by Cole Palmer)<\/td>Moderate (Led by Calvert-Lewin)<\/td>Chelsea<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Home Advantage Impact<\/strong><\/strong><\/td>Playing at Stamford Bridge<\/td>Poor historical record at Stamford Bridge<\/td>Chelsea<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Analytical Verdict<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Chelsea have the better KPIs, with about an 85% pass completion rate, while Leeds has a 69% pass completion rate. Chelsea has squad depth and home advantage, with their ground being Stamford Bridge. Leeds ‘ counter-attacking style of play is still a threat, but Chelsea has better technical skill and a better squad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Pick:<\/em><\/strong> Chelsea<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Liverpool vs Tottenham Hotspur<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Date:<\/strong> 15 September 2026 (Tuesday)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Time:<\/strong> 3:00 PM ET | 12:00 PM PT | 12:30 AM IST (Next day)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Venue:<\/strong> Anfield, Liverpool<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Expected Carabao Cup Squad<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Liverpool<\/h5>\n\n\n\n
Position<\/strong><\/td>Players<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Goalkeepers<\/strong><\/td>Alisson Becker, Giorgi Mamardashvili, Freddie Woodman, V\u00edt\u011bzslav Jaro\u0161, Harvey Davies<\/td><\/tr>
Defenders<\/strong><\/td>Joe Gomez, Virgil van Dijk, J\u00e9r\u00e9my Jacquet, Milos Kerkez, Conor Bradley, Jeremie Frimpong, Giovanni Leoni, Ronald Ara\u00fajo, Kostas Tsimikas<\/td><\/tr>
Midfielders<\/strong><\/td>Florian Wirtz, Dominik Szoboszlai, Alexis Mac Allister, Ryan Gravenberch, Trey Nyoni, James McConnell, Wataru Endo<\/td><\/tr>
Forwards<\/strong><\/td>Alexander Isak, Federico Chiesa, Cody Gakpo, Hugo Ekitik\u00e9, V\u00edctor Mu\u00f1oz, Bradley Barcola, Lewis Koumas, Rio Ngumoha<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Tottenham Hotspur<\/h5>\n\n\n\n
Position<\/strong><\/td>Players<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Goalkeepers<\/strong><\/td>Martin D\u00fabravka, Brandon Austin, Anton\u00edn Kinsk\u00fd<\/td><\/tr>
Defenders<\/strong><\/td>Andy Robertson, Marcos Senesi, Tosin Adarabioyo, Pedro Porro, Jan Paul van Hecke, Micky van de Ven, Ben Davies, Destiny Udogie<\/td><\/tr>
Midfielders<\/strong><\/td>Sandro Tonali, Conor Gallagher, Archie Gray, Lucas Bergvall, James Maddison, Rodrigo Bentancur, Mohammed Kudus, Xavi Simons, Mateus Fernandes, Dejan Kulusevski, Mykhailo Mudryk, Luca Williams-Barnett<\/td><\/tr>
Forwards<\/strong><\/td>Richarlison, Omar Marmoush, S\u00e1vio, Mathys Tel, Dominic Solanke, Wilson Odobert<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Injury List for Carabao Cup<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Unavailable players for Liverpool:<\/strong> Federico Chiesa (injury), Joe Gomez (injury), Hugo Ekitik\u00e9 (injury), Conor Bradley (injury), Giovanni Leoni (injury). <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Unavailable players for Tottenham Hotspur:<\/strong> James Maddison (injury), Xavi Simons (injury), Wilson Odobert (injury), Dejan Kulusevski (injury).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Performance Measures<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
KPI<\/strong><\/td>Liverpool FC<\/strong><\/td>Tottenham Hotspur<\/strong><\/td>Winner \/ Edge<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
All-Time H2H History<\/strong><\/strong><\/td>89 or 90 Wins<\/strong><\/td>44 or 45 Wins (40 Draws)<\/td>Liverpool<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Recent H2H Form (Last 5)<\/strong><\/td>3 Wins, 2 Draws, 0 Losses<\/strong><\/td>0 Wins, 2 Draws, 3 Losses<\/td>Liverpool<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Last Meeting Result<\/strong><\/strong><\/td>Drew 1\u20131 (15 Mar 2026, Premier League)<\/td>Drew 1\u20131 (15 Mar 2026, Premier League)<\/td>Even<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Current League Form<\/strong><\/td>Unbeaten \/ Top-Flight Contenders<\/td>5-1 win against Charlton<\/td>Liverpool<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Squad Market Value<\/strong><\/strong><\/td>~\u20ac1.03 billion<\/td>~\u20ac824 million<\/td>Liverpool<\/strong> (More settled, elite value)<\/td><\/tr>
Passing Accuracy KPI<\/strong><\/td>86%<\/strong> (Direct, vertical build-up)<\/td>73% (Positional play under Postecoglou)<\/td>Chelsea<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Defensive Solidity (Clean Sheets)<\/strong><\/strong><\/td>High (Anchored by Virgil van Dijk)<\/td>Poor (Conceded 3 vs Forest recently)<\/td>Liverpool<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Home Advantage Impact<\/strong><\/td>Playing at Anfield (Massive win rate)<\/td>Vulnerable away record at Anfield<\/td>Liverpool<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Analytical Verdict:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Liverpool has the edge in terms of tactics because of better defensive control and pressing tactics. Virgil van Dijk helps control the transition tactics used by Tottenham, while Cody Gakpo and Florian Wirtz help with pressing tactics. Tottenham does well in retaining possession, but they have an exposed defensive line. Liverpool’s counter-pressing gives them an advantage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Pick:<\/em><\/strong> Liverpool<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ipswich Town vs Arsenal<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Date:<\/strong> 15 September 2026 (Tuesday)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Time:<\/strong> 3:00 PM ET | 12:00 PM PT | 12:30 AM IST (Next day)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Venue:<\/strong> Portman Road Stadium, Ipswich<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Expected Carabao Cup Squad<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Ipswich Town<\/h5>\n\n\n\n
Position<\/strong><\/td>Players<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Goalkeepers<\/strong><\/strong><\/td>Alex Palmer, David Button, Christian Walton, Kjell Scherpen<\/td><\/tr>
Defenders<\/strong><\/td>Jacob Greaves, Dara O’Shea, Cedric Kipre, Leif Davis, Darnell Furlong, Issa Diop, Jack Taylor, Abdoul Ouattara<\/td><\/tr>
Midfielders<\/strong><\/strong><\/td>Azor Matusiwa, Kasey McAteer, Marcelino N\u00fa\u00f1ez, Anis Mehmeti, Julio Enciso, Florentino, Sasa Lukic, Exequiel Palacios, Matthew Charles Compton<\/td><\/tr>
Forwards<\/strong><\/td>Sindre Walle Egeli, Jack Clarke, Jaden Philogene, Fatawu Issahaku, Zian Flemming, Emersonn, Chuba Akpom, Daizen Maeda<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Arsenal<\/h5>\n\n\n\n
Position<\/strong><\/td>Players<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Goalkeepers<\/strong><\/strong><\/td>David Raya, Kepa Arrizabalaga, Illan Meslier<\/td><\/tr>
Defenders<\/strong><\/td>William Saliba, Cristhian Mosquera, Ben White, Piero Hincapi\u00e9, Gabriel Magalh\u00e3es, Jurri\u00ebn Timber, Ezri Konsa, Riccardo Calafiori, Myles Lewis-Skelly<\/td><\/tr>
Midfielders<\/strong><\/strong><\/td>Martin \u00d8degaard, Eberechi Eze, Mikel Merino, Mart\u00edn Zubimendi, Bruno Guimar\u00e3es, Declan Rice, Max Dowman<\/td><\/tr>
Forwards<\/strong><\/td>Bukayo Saka, Viktor Gy\u00f6keres, Christos Tzolis, Noni Madueke, Kai Havertz<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Injury List for Carabao Cup<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Unavailable players for Ipswich Town:<\/strong> Jaden Philogene (injury), Jack Taylor (injury), Azor Matusiwa (injury). <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Unavailable players for Arsenal:<\/strong> Cristhian Mosquera (injury), Jurri\u00ebn Timber (injury), William Saliba (injury).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Performance Measures<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
KPI<\/strong><\/td>Ipswich Town<\/strong><\/td>Arsenal FC<\/strong><\/td>Winner \/ Edge<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
All-Time H2H History<\/strong><\/strong><\/td>18 Wins (11 Draws)<\/td>32 Wins<\/strong><\/td>Arsenal<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Recent H2H Form (Modern)<\/strong><\/td>0 Wins<\/td>2 Wins (1-0, 4-0)<\/strong><\/td>Arsenal<\/strong> (Dominant in recent top-flight meetings)<\/td><\/tr>
Last Meeting Result<\/strong><\/strong><\/td>Lost 0\u20134 (20 Apr 2025, Premier League)<\/td>Won 4\u20130<\/strong> (20 Apr 2025, Premier League)<\/td>Arsenal<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Squad Market Value<\/strong><\/td>\u00a3285 M<\/td>~\u00a31.33 B<\/strong> (World Elite Tier)<\/td>Arsenal<\/strong> (Massive disparity in world-class quality)<\/td><\/tr>
Tactical Style Profile<\/strong><\/strong><\/td>Direct counters \/ Relegation survivalists<\/td>Elite Progressors<\/strong> (High possession \/ control)<\/td>Arsenal<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Average Ball Possession<\/strong><\/td>23% (vs elite squads)<\/td>77%<\/strong> (Complete game control)<\/td>Arsenal<\/strong> (Dominates the tempo)<\/td><\/tr>
Passing Accuracy KPI<\/strong><\/strong><\/td>88%<\/td>94%<\/strong><\/td>Arsenal<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Defensive Effectiveness KPI<\/strong><\/td>Poor (Conceded >2 goals\/game vs elite sides)<\/td>Elite<\/strong> (Anchored by Saliba & Gabriel)<\/td>Arsenal<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Home Advantage Impact<\/strong><\/strong><\/td>Playing at Portman Road (Highly competitive atmosphere)<\/td>Strong away record under Mikel Arteta<\/td>Ipswich Town<\/strong> (Slight psychological push)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Analytical Verdict<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Arsenal continues to be the absolute favorite based on their superior tactics and positioning. In their previous clash, the Gunners smothered Ipswich by controlling a massive 77% of possession. They delivered a pinpoint-accurate pass percentage of 94%, leading to their 4\u20130 win. The biggest tactical weakness that Ipswich has is their frail defensive line under first-tier opposition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Pick:<\/em><\/strong> Arsenal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Manchester United vs Brighton<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Date:<\/strong> 16 September 2026 (Wednesday)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Time:<\/strong> 3:00 PM ET | 12:00 PM PT | 12:30 AM IST (Next day)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Venue:<\/strong> Old Trafford, Greater Manchester<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Expected Carabao Cup Squad<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Manchester United<\/h5>\n\n\n\n
Position<\/strong><\/td>Players<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Goalkeepers<\/strong><\/strong><\/td>Senne Lammens, Karl Darlow, Tom Heaton, Dermot Mee<\/td><\/tr>
Defenders<\/strong><\/td>Diogo Dalot, Noussair Mazraoui, Matthijs de Ligt, Harry Maguire, Lisandro Mart\u00ednez, Patrick Dorgu, Leny Yoro, Luke Shaw, Ayden Heaven, Harry Amass<\/td><\/tr>
Midfielders<\/strong><\/strong><\/td>Bruno Fernandes, Mason Mount, Andrey Santos, Youri Tielemans, Manuel Ugarte, Kobbie Mainoo, Carlos Baleba, Jack Fletcher, Tyler Fletcher<\/td><\/tr>
Forwards<\/strong><\/td>Matheus Cunha, Bryan Mbeumo, Marcus Rashford, Benjamin \u0160e\u0161ko, Amad Diallo, Joshua Zirkzee, Shea Lacey<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Brighton<\/h5>\n\n\n\n
Position<\/strong><\/td>Players<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Goalkeepers<\/strong><\/strong><\/td>Bart Verbruggen, Jason Steele, Tom McGill<\/td><\/tr>
Defenders<\/strong><\/td>Lewis Dunk, Luka Vu\u0161kovi\u0107, Costinha, Pascal Struijk, Michael Svoboda, Jaouen Hadjam, Olivier Boscagli, Ferdi Kad\u0131o\u011flu, Maxim De Cuyper<\/td><\/tr>
Midfielders<\/strong><\/strong><\/td>Mats Wieffer, Pascal Gross, Diego G\u00f3mez, Malick Yalcouy\u00e9, Yasin Ayari, Jack Hinshelwood, Matt O’Riley, Billie Lawrence, Kaoru Mitoma, Nehemiah Oriola, Shane Nti, Chema Andr\u00e9s<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Forwards<\/strong><\/td>Charalampos Kostoulas, Georginio Rutter, Ibrahim Osman, Zadok Yohanna, Promise David, Stefanos Tzimas, Yankuba Minteh, Evan Ferguson, Femi Azeez<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Injury List for Carabao Cup<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Unavailable players for Manchester United:<\/strong> Amad Diallo (injury), Tom Heaton (injury), Carlos Baleba (injury), Manuel Ugarte (injury), Matthijs de Ligt (injury). <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Unavailable players for Brighton:<\/strong> Mats Wieffer (injury), Georginio Rutter (injury), Jack Hinshelwood (injury), Femi Azeez (injury), Evan Ferguson (injury), Yankuba Minteh (injury), Kaoru Mitoma (injury), Stefanos Tzimas (injury).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Performance Measures<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
KPI<\/strong><\/td>Manchester United<\/strong><\/td>Brighton<\/strong><\/td>Winner \/ Edge<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
All-Time H2H History<\/strong><\/strong><\/td>22 Wins<\/strong><\/td>12 Wins (9 Draws)<\/td>Manchester United<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Recent H2H Form (Last 5)<\/strong><\/td>2 Wins<\/td>3 Wins<\/strong><\/td>Brighton<\/strong> (Modern edge)<\/td><\/tr>
Last Meeting Result<\/strong><\/strong><\/td>Won 3\u20130<\/strong> (24 May 2026, Premier League)<\/td>Lost 0\u20133 (24 May 2026, Premier League)<\/td>Manchester United<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Squad Market Value<\/strong><\/td>~\u00a3924.20M+<\/strong> (Elite Tier)<\/td>~\u00a3603.50 M<\/td>Manchester United<\/strong> (Higher financial value)<\/td><\/tr>
Cup Head-to-Head (2026)<\/strong><\/strong><\/td>Lost 1\u20132 (FA Cup Third Round)<\/td>Won 2\u20131<\/strong> (FA Cup Third Round)<\/td>Brighton<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Tactical Passing KPI<\/strong><\/td>82% \u2013 86% Accuracy<\/td>88% \u2013 91% Accuracy<\/strong><\/td>Brighton<\/strong> (Superior possession retention)<\/td><\/tr>
Pressing & Turnover Threat<\/strong><\/strong><\/td>Direct, transition-heavy attack<\/td>Elite High-Press<\/strong> (Forces high turnovers)<\/td>Brighton<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Home Advantage Impact<\/strong><\/td>Playing at Old Trafford<\/td>Proven track record winning at Old Trafford<\/td>Even<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Analytical Verdict<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

There is an upper hand to Man United when playing at Old Trafford. The technical superiority of Brighton, led by Fabian H\u00fcrzeler, lies in their capacity to advance and pass the ball. He has consistently been causing disruptions for United. It is evident from Brighton beating Man United in the FA Cup game in Manchester in 2026. However, United found a way out of this in their recent league game, with a scoreline of 3-0.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Pick:<\/em><\/strong> Man Utd<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This third round has many tough football games, exciting Premier League clashes, and even some thrills. The Liverpool vs Tottenham match stands out, while Chelsea vs Leeds will be hard-fought. Arsenal and Manchester United are the favorites in this round. However, European schedules may affect the composition of the teams, resulting in major upsets.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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