Cardiff City will play Chelsea at the Cardiff City Stadium on December 16, 2025 at 8:00 PM (UK).
Broadcast Times: UK – 8:00 PM / CET – 9:00 PM / IST -1:30 AM
Match Preview: Carabao Cup 2025/26 Cardiff City Vs Chelsea
Cardiff City (from League 1) take on Chelsea (from the Premier League) in the quarter-final stage of The EFL Cup. Cardiff have enjoyed a solid run to this point, having eliminated teams including Burnley and Everton. Chelsea has a far superior level of experience in terms of squad depth and quality, but has not had the same success as Cardiff has enjoyed. Brian Barry-Murphy commented that this game will be a showcase of the best that the tournament has to offer for Cardiff City fans and will be a major advantage for Cardiff playing in front of their home fans. Chelsea’s Enzo Maresca will be fighting to turn around Cardiff’s momentum following their victory over Everton.
Cardiff City vs Chelsea Live Streaming: Carabao Cup 2025-26 – Where to Watch Online
In the UK: Sky Sports Main Event And Sky Sports Football Have Live Broadcasts Of The Match Between Cardiff City And Chelsea For Subscribers. Cardiff City Fans In The UK May Also Access Their Match Online Through Sky Go And NOW.
In India: FanCode Will Provide Audio Commentary As Well As Complete Coverage Of Cardiff City And Chelsea In The Carabao Cup 2025/26.
Cardiff City and Chelsea’s Predicted Starting Players for the Carabao Cup Competition
Cardiff predicted lineup: Trott; Ng, Fish, Chambers, Bagan; Wintle, Robertson Turnbull; Ashford, Salech, Willock
Chelsea predicted lineup: Jörgensen; Acheampong, Adarabioyo, Badiashile, Hato; Caciedo, Santos; Estêvão, Buonanotte, Gittens; George
Prediction for Cardiff City vs. Chelsea Live Webcast via Carabao Cup for 2025-2026
Chelsea likely wins because they are up in the Premier League and have players on a higher level than players with Cardiff City. Cardiff has the advantage of playing in front of their home crowd, where they are still undefeated in League One, and they will gain confidence from their earlier games played in this tournament. While it’s likely Chelsea will win, Cardiff could potentially score and make it competitive upsets in Cup matches are common.
Match timings, streaming platforms, squads, and broadcast details are subject to change. Viewers are advised to check official broadcasters and club sources for the latest updates.
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