Liverpool-Chelsea Carabao Cup Clash

The update

The Carabao Cup fourth-round draw has pitted Liverpool against Chelsea, with the Reds set to host the Blues at Anfield. This follows Liverpool’s progression after defeating Tottenham earlier in the competition, while Chelsea advanced by beating Leeds United. The match is scheduled for the week commencing October 26, as confirmed by the EFL.

Why it matters

This matchup creates an all-Premier League clash between two of England’s biggest clubs. For Liverpool, it represents their first domestic cup assignment of the season, while Chelsea will be looking to build momentum under manager Xabi Alonso, who returns to Anfield for the first time since taking charge at Stamford Bridge. This will be Alonso’s third consecutive year visiting Anfield as an opposing manager, though with a third different club.

What to watch

Both teams will need to balance their Carabao Cup commitments with Premier League and European campaigns. The timing of this match—scheduled for the week commencing October 26—could impact squad rotation strategies. With five all-Premier League clashes in the fourth round, this tie represents one of several high-profile matchups that could see significant rotation as clubs navigate multiple competitions.

Sources

• Empire of the Kop — Carabao Cup draw details and scheduling
• skysports.com — Confirmed match pairing and additional competition context