The quarter-final fixtures for the 2026/2027 Carabao Cup have been confirmed following the conclusion of the fourth-round matches, with Fleetwood Town set for a potentially difficult encounter against Everton or Newcastle United after their reported elimination of Arsenal.

The draw, conducted on Wednesday night, has also produced an all-Premier League clash between Liverpool and Bournemouth, while holders Manchester City will welcome Bradford City as they continue their title defence.

Fleetwood’s progress has emerged as one of the notable talking points of the competition, with the lower-league side earning a place among the last eight after their reported victory over Arsenal. They will now await the outcome of the Everton-Newcastle tie to discover their quarter-final opponents.

Manchester City, who are seeking to retain the trophy, will face Bradford City, while Crystal Palace will take on Sunderland in another quarter-final fixture.

The confirmed ties are Fleetwood Town versus Everton or Newcastle United, Manchester City versus Bradford City, Crystal Palace versus Sunderland, and Liverpool versus Bournemouth.

The quarter-final matches are scheduled to take place during the week commencing December 14, as the remaining clubs battle for a place in the semi-finals.