An all-you need to know guide on where to watch the English Carabao Cup

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ESPN+

Full and exclusive coverage of the EFL Cup from the 1st round through to the final.

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Simultaneous streams: 3

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fuboTV

Full access to ESPN channels and the most comprehensive range of other soccer coverage on the market today.

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Simultaneous streams: 10

DVR capabilities: No

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DirecTV

ESPN channels are available through DirecTV's Entertainment Plan.

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Simultaneous streams: 20

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Sling TV

ESPN is available via the Sling Orange plan along with a host of other news and entertainment channels.

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ESPN+

Full and exclusive coverage of the EFL Cup from the 1st round through to the final.

Installation required: No

Simultaneous streams: 3

DVR capabilities: No

Monthly from

$9.99

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Comprehensive coverage

fuboTV

Full access to ESPN channels and the most comprehensive range of other soccer coverage on the market today.

Installation required: No

Simultaneous streams: 10

DVR capabilities: No

Monthly from

$74.99

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DirecTV

ESPN channels are available through DirecTV's Entertainment Plan.

Installation required: No

Simultaneous streams: 20

DVR capabilities: Yes

Monthly from

$64.99

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Best value

Sling TV

ESPN is available via the Sling Orange plan along with a host of other news and entertainment channels.

Installation required: No

Simultaneous streams: 3

DVR capabilities: 50 hrs

Monthly from

$40

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Editors choice

ESPN+

Full and exclusive coverage of the EFL Cup from the 1st round through to the final.

Installation required: No

Simultaneous streams: 3

DVR capabilities: No

Monthly from

$9.99

Get ESPN+

Comprehensive coverage

fuboTV

Full access to ESPN channels and the most comprehensive range of other soccer coverage on the market today.

Installation required: No

Simultaneous streams: 10

DVR capabilities: No

Monthly from

$74.99

Get fuboTV

Best TV provider

DirecTV

ESPN channels are available through DirecTV's Entertainment Plan.

Installation required: No

Simultaneous streams: 20

DVR capabilities: Yes

Monthly from

$64.99

Get DirecTV

Best value

Sling TV

ESPN is available via the Sling Orange plan along with a host of other news and entertainment channels.

Installation required: No

Simultaneous streams: 3

DVR capabilities: 50 hrs

Monthly from

$40

Get Sling TV

The EFL Cup is one of the premiere competitions in the English Football League, combining the top flight with the rest of the Football League in a thrilling knock-out competition.

Known as the Carabao Cup, it's a route into Europe for the winners and a chance for the minnows to go head-to-head with Premier League giants, and even claim a prize scalp. But how can you stream the EFL Cup across the season? Here's all the information you need to know…

Which channels have the rights to EFL Cup soccer?

At present, the only way you can stream the Carabao Cup, as it is also known, is through ESPN+. The subscription service broadcasts at least 30 EFL Cup games per year, with select games also available across the ESPN network.

The split of those 30 games, includes 25 games in rounds one to five, with two legs of both semi-finals, as well as the final, held at the iconic Wembley Stadium.

Best TV Packages to watch EFL Cup Soccer in 2023

If you're looking to watch the likes of Manchester United, neighbours Manchester City, Arsenal or any other team in the Carabao Cup, then there are a couple of options available, depending on how much action you wish to watch.

Upcoming English Carabao Cup ESPN+ schedule

Date Game Kick Off Location
Tue Sep 26 Ipswich Town vs Wolverhampton Wanderers 12:45 PT / 15:45 ET Portman Road, Ipswich
Tue Sep 26 Manchester United vs Crystal Palace 13:00 PT / 16:00 ET Old Trafford, Manchester
Wed Sep 27 Aston Villa vs Everton 12:45 PT / 15:45 ET Villa Park, Birmingham
Wed Sep 27 Brentford vs Arsenal 12:45 PT / 15:45 ET Gtech Community Stadium, Brentford
Wed Sep 27 Chelsea vs Brighton & Hove Albion 12:45 PT / 15:45 ET Stamford Bridge, London
Wed Sep 27 Liverpool vs Leicester City 12:45 PT / 15:45 ET Anfield, Liverpool
Wed Sep 27 Newcastle Utd vs Man City 13:00 PT / 16:00 ET St James' Park, Newcastle

  • ESPN+

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    The best option is going straight to the broadcaster itself. The ESPN+ streaming service is the only place you'll be able to watch every available game, from the First Round through to the Carabao Cup Final. You'll be able to watch all 30 games, for a subscription fee of $9.99 per month, as well as a host of other games from across Europe and ESPN's on-demand content.

    Alongside the EFL Cup, ESPN+ also has rights to the English Football League, meaning you'll be able to watch live league games of the likes of Leicester City and Leeds United, while the FA Cup, England's other main domestic cup competition can also be streamed through the platform.

    But it isn't just sides like Brighton and Crystal Palace you can tune in for, ESPN+ also offers streams of La Liga, Bundesliga and Dutch Eredivisie soccer right across the season as teams right across Europe battle it out for silverware.

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  • fuboTV

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    Unfortunately, there are few other options to be able to stream every EFL Cup game available to customers in the United States. However, there are packages that do include ESPN, which will mean you'll be able to watch some games, including most likely the Carabao Cup Final.

    It comes at a cost though, with FuboTV's cheapest package being $74.99 per month. With that, though, you will have access to a large number of leagues, including the Premier League on NBC Sports, meaning you won't just be able to watch Newcastle United or West Ham in Carabao Cup action, but right across the domestic season.

    With FuboTV's Pro Package, you'll receive around 160 TV channel options, many of which have soccer streams. So, while it may not be great for Carabao Cup action, it's perfect for soccer fans who want to stream games daily from across the world.

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    Similarly, DirecTV will also provide you with the ESPN channels, but not ESPN+. Packages are priced a little higher than FuboTV at $89.99 per month, and the main benefit is again other soccer leagues rather than just Carabao Cup matches. It does mean you will be able to watch the likes of the Premier League year round though, with dozens upon dozens of matches to stream from when the season gets going in August and September, right through to May…

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  • Sling TV

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    Starting at $40 per month for the Orange package, you'll again receive ESPN but not their online streaming platform, meaning EFL Cup games will be limited. It's at a cheaper cost though and you will also receive TNT Sports, which offers further sporting events.

    The Blue package can be added for an additional $15 per month, providing access to channels such as Fox, and NBC which again will open up the Premier League for you.

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