Just two days after their top-of-the-league match against Arsenal, Manchester City is set to face Championship side Watford in the Carabao Cup on Tuesday. This match will be hosted at the Etihad Stadium.
Manchester City, known for their dominance in English football, has not reached the EFL Cup final in nearly four years. Currently, Watford is positioned eighth in the Championship, having achieved three victories from six matches. The Hornets advanced to this stage of the tournament after defeating MK Dons and Plymouth Argyle.
The Carabao Cup third-round game kicks off at 7:45 p.m. BST in the UK, which equates to 2:45 p.m. ET, 11:45 a.m. PT in the US, and 4:45 a.m. AEDT in Australia on Wednesday, September 25.
Following their recent Premier League fixture, City manager Pep Guardiola is expected to make several changes to the squad for this upcoming tie against Watford.
In the US, the match will be streamed live on Paramount Plus, which offers an Essential tier for $8 a month or an annual plan for $60.
Alternatively, for viewers unable to access the game due to location restrictions, using a VPN can provide a solution. A VPN helps to maintain speed and privacy while enabling users to change their virtual location.
In the UK, Sky Sports has the live broadcast rights for the Carabao Cup. Fans can stream the match via the Sky Sports app if they already subscribe. Those wishing to cut costs can consider a Now account for streaming access.
In Canada, the game will be available to stream on DAZN, which costs CA$30 a month or CA$200 annually, also providing access to various other sports events.
Australian viewers can watch the EFL Cup on beIN Sports, with subscription options starting at AU$15 per month. BeIN Sports also offers a free trial for new subscribers.
This match presents an exciting opportunity for both teams, as City aims to maintain their competitive edge while Watford looks to capitalize on their current form.