The English Football League conducted the Carabao Cup quarter-final draw on Wednesday. League Two side Fleetwood Town received a lucrative home tie. They will face either Everton or Newcastle United at Highbury Stadium.
Minnows Look For Another Upset
Fleetwood represent the lowest-ranked team remaining in the competition. They reached the last eight by shocking Arsenal on Tuesday. Everton will host Newcastle on Thursday to decide Fleetwood’s next opponent. This marks Fleetwood’s first appearance at this advanced stage of the tournament.
Manchester City Host Bradford
Holders Manchester City also received their quarter-final assignment. Pep Guardiola’s team will host League One side Bradford City. Both clubs required penalty shootouts to progress through the fourth round. Bradford previously defeated Peterborough United to reach the quarter-finals.
Premier League Clashes Set
Two all-Premier League fixtures complete the quarter-final schedule. Crystal Palace will play Sunderland at Selhurst Park. Liverpool will welcome Bournemouth to Anfield. The EFL scheduled all quarter-final matches for the week commencing December 14.