The draw for the English League Cup semi-finals has been finalized, with the matchups set to be extremely intense.
The 2025-26 English League Cup season's semi-final draw has been completed.
It turns out that the "Magpies," Newcastle United, the defending champions, face a tough challenge against the "Sky Blues," Manchester City.
Meanwhile, the other tie will see "The Blues," Chelsea, awaiting the winner of the upcoming quarter-final between Arsenal and Crystal Palace scheduled for next Tuesday.
In the quarter-finals, Newcastle beat Fulham 2-1, Manchester City defeated Brentford 2-0, and Chelsea won against Cardiff City 3-1.
Summary of the Carabao Cup 2025/26 semi-final draw results:
Chelsea vs. Arsenal or Crystal Palace
Newcastle United vs. Manchester City
Matches will be played over two legs, home and away.
First leg on 12 January 2026.
Second leg on 2 February 2026.
The final will take place at Wembley Stadium on 22 March 2026.