The Carabao Cup heats up with a captivating third-round clash as Newcastle hosts League One leaders Bradford City at St. James’ Park. This David vs. Goliath battle pits a Premier League heavyweight against a lower-division side with a strong recent form, setting the stage for an exciting encounter.
Match Details:
| Competition | Date | Kick-off (GMT) | Venue |
| Carabao Cup | Wednesday, September 24, 2025 | 6:45 PM | St. James’ Park, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK |
Team Form and Analysis:
Newcastle United enters the Carabao Cup as the reigning champions, a first for the club in seven decades. However, they’ve had a mixed start to the season, struggling for goals in the Premier League. The hosts will be looking to find their attacking rhythm in this cup tie. Manager Eddie Howe has confirmed he will rotate his squad, giving opportunities to a mix of first-team and academy players. This could make them vulnerable, but they will still be a formidable opponent.
Bradford City, meanwhile, has been in sensational form. The visitors are currently leading League One and have already defeated two Championship teams—Blackburn and Stoke—to reach this stage of the competition. Under their manager, the Bantams have shown a good balance of attacking threat and defensive solidity. They will be looking to continue their impressive run and cause an upset against their Premier League opponents.
Head-to-Head:
The historical head-to-head record between these two clubs heavily favors Newcastle, who have won three of their last four meetings, with one draw. However, their last encounter was in 2001, making the historical record less relevant.
Player to Watch:
- Newcastle: All eyes will be on the players given a chance to shine, particularly returning star Anthony Gordon and young talents who are eager to impress.
- Bradford City: The focus for Bradford City will be on their key attacking players, particularly striker Andy Cook, who has been in good form and will be looking to make an impact against the Newcastle defense.
Prediction:
Given Newcastle’s superior squad quality and their experience in this competition, they are the clear favorites to win this match, even with a rotated squad. However, Bradford’s excellent recent form and their determination to cause an upset suggest that this will be a much tighter contest. A narrow victory for Newcastle seems like a very plausible outcome, as they look to continue their Carabao Cup journey.
Live Stream and TV Broadcast:
You can watch the Newcastle vs Bradford City match live on the following platforms, subject to availability in your region:
- UK: Sky Sports+ and Sky Sports Football
- USA: ESPN+
- India: FanCode
- Global: Check local sports broadcasters and streaming services for live coverage.
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