The draw for the 2024/25 Carabao Cup fourth round has produced several exciting fixtures, including a blockbuster clash between Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester City, while holders Liverpool face a tricky trip to Brighton. The draw, which was made following the conclusion of the third round, means some of the Premier League’s biggest clubs will go head-to-head in the competition.

Manchester United will welcome Leicester City to Old Trafford, and Crystal Palace will travel to Aston Villa in two other all-Premier League matchups.

Championship sides Sheffield Wednesday, Stoke City, and Preston North End remain in the competition, with AFC Wimbledon or Newcastle United set to face Chelsea after their delayed third-round tie, rescheduled for October 1.

Carabao Cup Draw: A Look at the Top Fixtures

The draw has thrown up some intriguing matchups in the fourth round. Here are some of the key fixtures:

Tottenham vs Manchester City

This is a repeat of the 2021 final, when Pep Guardiola's side won 1-0 thanks to an Aymeric Laporte header. Tottenham will be looking for revenge, and this game is sure to be a tense affair.

Liverpool vs Brighton

Liverpool will be looking to continue their defense of the trophy, but they face a tough test against Brighton. The Seagulls have been in good form this season and will be looking to cause an upset.

Manchester United vs Leicester City

Manchester United will be hoping to bounce back from their disappointing start to the season with a win over Leicester City. The Foxes have been inconsistent this season, but they will be looking to cause an upset.

Carabao Cup: A Chance for Silverware

The Carabao Cup is a chance for clubs to win some silverware, and the fourth round draw has set up some exciting clashes. The competition is always full of surprises, and it will be interesting to see which teams make it to the later rounds.

The Road to Wembley

The fourth-round matches are set to take place in the week commencing 29th October.

Here are the key dates for the rest of the competition:

• Quarter-final: December 16

• Semi-final: January 6, 2025 (first leg) and February 3, 2025 (second leg)

• Final: March 16, 2025

Full Carabao Cup Fourth Round Draw

Here is the full draw for the Carabao Cup fourth round:

• Brentford vs. Sheffield Wednesday

• Southampton vs. Stoke

• Tottenham vs. Man City

• AFC Wimbledon/Newcastle vs. Chelsea

• Man Utd vs. Leicester

• Brighton vs. Liverpool

• Preston vs. Arsenal

• Aston Villa vs. Crystal Palace

The Carabao Cup is shaping up to be a fascinating competition this season. With some big names in the draw, the race for silverware is sure to be exciting.