Manchester United will face Brighton & Hove Albion in the EFL Cup third round, with the Red Devils holding home advantage in the tie. Liverpool will take on Tottenham Hotspur in another all-Premier League clash, as confirmed by BBC News.
What does the draw mean for Brighton & Hove Albion?
Brighton & Hove Albion enter the Carabao Cup third round as one of nine Premier League teams competing in Europe this season, alongside Arsenal, Aston Villa, Bournemouth, Crystal Palace, Liverpool, Manchester City, Manchester United and Sunderland. The Seagulls currently sit 1st in the Premier League with 3 points from 1 game, having scored 4 goals and conceded none, with recent form showing a win. Their next fixture is an away trip to Chelsea on 30 August 2026.
Where will the match be played?
Although the venue for Manchester United’s home tie has not been specified, the club will host the game at Old Trafford, leveraging their home advantage in the draw. Brighton & Hove Albion will travel to face Erik ten Hag’s side, aiming to build on their strong league start. The match is scheduled for the week commencing Monday, 7 September 2026.
How does this fit into the broader EFL Cup picture?
The third-round draw features 24 teams and 12 matches, with Manchester City entering as holders of the EFL Cup. Arsenal, the Premier League champions, will travel to newly promoted Ipswich Town, while Coventry City will host Aston Villa at the Ricoh Arena. Fleetwood Town, the only fourth-tier side remaining, will host Sheffield United.
What happens next for the Seagulls?
Brighton & Hove Albion will now focus on preparing for their EFL Cup encounter, with squad depth and rotation likely to be key factors as they balance cup duties with Premier League and European commitments. Fans can stay updated on the team’s progress through our squad and fixtures pages, while performance data is available on our stats section.
