Fleetwood Town are set to host Sheffield United in the third round of the Carabao Cup at Highbury Stadium, with the tie confirmed following Wednesday night's draw. The Blades enter the match unbeaten in the 2026/27 season, having begun their Carabao Cup campaign with a 3-0 victory at Mansfield Town before edging out Blackburn Rovers 2-1 away in the second round. Alongside their cup successes, Sheffield United have recorded goalless league draws against Birmingham City and Swansea City in the Championship.
How did Fleetwood Town reach this stage?
The Cod Army secured their place with a dominant 4-0 home win over Shrewsbury Town at Highbury Stadium, where an own goal opened the scoring before captain Ched Evans netted twice and Will Davies added a stoppage-time effort. Manager Matt Lawlor praised his side's performance after the victory, which set up this third-round clash with a Championship opponent.
What does this mean for Sheffield United's season?
For Sheffield United, the Carabao Cup offers a chance to build momentum alongside their Championship fixtures, with the squad aiming to maintain their unbeaten start to the 2026/27 campaign. The Blades will look to rotate their squad while progressing in the competition, using our squad page to track player availability ahead of the tie.
When will the match take place?
The Carabao Cup third-round fixtures are scheduled across the weeks commencing Monday 7 September and Monday 14 September 2026, though the confirmed date, kick-off time, and ticket information for the Fleetwood Town vs Sheffield United match will be announced later by the clubs. Fans can stay updated via our fixtures page for the latest scheduling news.
Where will the game be played?
As the home team in this tie, Fleetwood Town will host Sheffield United at Highbury Stadium, looking to cause an upset against the Championship side. The Blades, known as 'The Blades' in reports, will travel to Lancashire aware of Fleetwood Town's recent form and home advantage in the competition.
This match represents a significant test for both clubs, with Fleetwood Town aiming to continue their cup giant-killing reputation and Sheffield United seeking to advance while managing their Championship commitments. The outcome will shape both teams' paths in the competition as they look to build on their respective starts to the 2026/27 season.
