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EFL Cup Third Round Draw: Key Matches Announced

Liverpool will face Tottenham while Manchester United meets Brighton in the EFL Cup third round.

27 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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The draw for the third round of the EFL Cup has been completed, revealing key matchups for the Premier League teams. Liverpool is set to take on Tottenham Hotspur, while Manchester United will face Brighton & Hove Albion in their upcoming matches.

Additionally, Manchester City will play against Norwich City. This draw marks the entry of the Premier League clubs that are participating in European competitions, as noted in reports from BBC Sport and The Independent.

The split draw took place alongside the ongoing second round ties, allowing teams to finalize their next steps in the tournament.

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