Carabao Cup second round features Southampton vs West Ham

The second round of the Carabao Cup features several key matchups across English football. In a notable Championship clash, Southampton hosts West Ham United at St. Mary’s Stadium. West Ham, competing in the Championship following relegation, enters the tie with significant squad depth under manager Nuno Espírito Santo, following a 3-1 first-round victory over Portsmouth. Southampton, led by Tonda Eckert, seeks to build on a season that includes a recent win over Colchester United but a loss to Watford.

Other scheduled fixtures include Blackburn Rovers facing Sheffield United at Ewood Park, and Nottingham Forest taking on Leeds United at the City Ground. Additionally, Watford is set to host Peterborough at Vicarage Road, while Cambridge United prepares to welcome Millwall to Cledara Abbey Stadium. In another matchup, Preston North End will host Everton at Deepdale, with the Toffees looking to maintain their positive start to the Premier League season. Finally, Blackpool and Lincoln City are scheduled to meet at Bloomfield Road.