The fourth round of the Carabao Cup, a knockout competition involving clubs from across England’s football leagues, features several high-profile matches. One of the most anticipated fixtures is the clash between Premier League rivals Liverpool and Chelsea. This match is particularly significant as Xabi Alonso, currently managing Chelsea, will return to Anfield, the home ground of Liverpool, where he previously played as a midfielder. The game highlights the intense rivalry between the two clubs and adds a personal dimension for Alonso. Another notable match sees Premier League champions Arsenal take on Fleetwood Town, a team from League Two, the fourth tier of English football. Fleetwood made history by reaching the fourth round for the first time after defeating Sheffield United 1-0 in the previous round. Their reward is a home game against Arsenal, who had earlier beaten Ipswich Town 4-2 to secure their spot in the fourth round. This fixture represents a significant challenge for Arsenal, as they face a lower-league team that has achieved something remarkable in the competition. Holders Manchester City, the defending champions of the Carabao Cup, are also in action. They will face Brighton if they win their third-round match against Norwich City on Thursday. Brighton made headlines in the previous round by defeating Manchester United in a surprising upset, setting up the potential for a high-stakes encounter with Manchester City in the fourth round. Meanwhile, Everton will host Newcastle United after defeating Championship side Wolves 1-0 in their third-round game. Other matches in the fourth round include Fulham versus Crystal Palace, Bournemouth hosting Aston Villa, Sunderland against Brentford, and a League One clash between Bradford City and Peterborough United. These fixtures showcase the diversity of the competition, with teams from different levels of English football coming together. The fourth round matches are scheduled to take place during the week starting on 26 October, providing fans with a packed schedule of exciting encounters.