Five teams qualify for Carabao Cup fourth round after Tuesday wins

Newcastle United, Bournemouth, Sunderland, Bradford City and Crystal Palace have secured their places in the Carabao Cup fourth round after Tuesday’s matches. Bradford won 3-1 away at Leyton Orient, Bournemouth thrashed Lincoln City, and Crystal Palace beat Middlesbrough 3-0. Newcastle edged Millwall 1-0, while Sunderland claimed a 1-0 victory over Hull City.

These results mean the five clubs join the remaining sides in the next stage of England’s League Cup. For Nigerian fans who follow the English game, the progress of Sunderland—a club with a historic Nigerian fan base—and Bradford’s giant-killing feat over Leyton Orient may be of particular interest. Chelsea, despite not having European commitments this season, will host Leeds on Wednesday, while other Premier League heavyweights wait until next week to play their third-round ties.

The Carabao Cup offers a route to silverware and potential Europa League qualification, making each match relevant for club planning and player rotation. With the tournament now shaping up, supporters can track which squads are prioritizing cup glory versus league duties.

If you’re tracking English football, which of these quarter‑final bound teams will you be watching for potential upsets, and how might their cup runs affect their league form?

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/09/carabao-cup-5-teams-qualify-for-fourth-round/