Brighton knocks out Man United; Aston Villa, Everton advance in Carabao Cup

Brighton overturned a two-goal deficit to beat Manchester United 3-2 at Old Trafford, with goals from Charalampos Kostoulas, Pascal Gross and Maxim De Cuyper. Aston Villa defeated Coventry City 3-1, Fleetwood won 1-0 against Sheffield United, and Everton edged Wolverhampton Wanderers 1-0 at Hill Dickinson Stadium. These victories join Arsenal, Liverpool, Brentford, Peterborough and Fulham in the Carabao Cup fourth round, making nine teams total.

For Nigerian football fans, the results show which English clubs remain alive in a major domestic cup, potentially affecting broadcast schedules and highlight reels featuring familiar Premier League sides. Knowing which teams advance helps fans plan viewing of upcoming matches and follow any Nigerian players who may represent these clubs.

The fourth-round draw will set fixtures likely in late October. Fans can check official Carabao Cup channels or sports news sites for dates, kickoff times, and streaming options. If you support any of these clubs, now is a good time to note upcoming match dates and consider setting reminders.

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/16/carabao-cup-9-teams-qualify-for-fourth-round-full-list/