Giant-Killers Grimsby face Sheffield, Liverpool draw Southampton as Carabao Cup third-round fixtures release
The Carabao Cup third round has thrown up a mix of heavyweight battles and fairytale opportunities, with holders Newcastle United and Premier League giants set to test their depth against spirited lower-league opposition.
Headline-grabbing giant-killers Grimsby Town, who dumped Manchester United out in a dramatic penalty shootout, will continue their dream run with a daunting trip to Championship side Sheffield Wednesday.
Defending champions Newcastle United will entertain Bradford City at St James’ Park, while record winners Liverpool face a tough test against Southampton in one of the round’s standout fixtures.
Elsewhere, Manchester City begin their campaign away at Huddersfield Town, while Arsenal travel to League One side Port Vale. Chelsea also hit the road to face Lincoln City, and Tottenham Hotspur will clash with Doncaster Rovers.
Other ties include: Brentford v Aston Villa, Wolves v Everton, and a London derby between Crystal Palace and Millwall.
The matches are scheduled to be played across the weeks of September 15 and 22, coinciding with the return of European football in the Champions League and Europa League.
Carabao Cup Third-Round Fixtures:
Port Vale v Arsenal
Swansea v Nottingham Forest
Lincoln City v Chelsea
Tottenham v Doncaster
Brentford v Aston Villa
Huddersfield v Manchester City
Liverpool v Southampton
Newcastle v Bradford City
Sheffield Wednesday v Grimsby Town
Wolves v Everton
Crystal Palace v Millwall
Burnley v Cardiff
Wrexham v Reading
Wigan v Wycombe
Barnsley v Brighton
Fulham v Cambridge
