Manchester United’s Carabao Cup third-round meeting with Brighton & Hove Albion has been scheduled for Wednesday 16 September at Old Trafford.
The tie will kick off at 8pm BST and will be shown live in the UK on Sky Sports+, giving Michael Carrick’s side another home cup fixture early in the season.
ReadManUtd reported on Thursday that United had been drawn against Brighton, but the date, kick-off time and broadcast details have now been confirmed.
When is Man Utd vs Brighton in the Carabao Cup?
Manchester United will face Brighton on:
Wednesday 16 September 2026
Kick-off: 8pm BST
Venue: Old Trafford
The fixture forms part of the second week of Carabao Cup third-round ties, with matches being split across two midweeks because of UEFA competition scheduling.
United’s participation in the Champions League means their cup fixture falls in the week beginning 14 September.
Brighton are competing in the UEFA Conference League this season, but that competition’s league phase does not begin until October.
What TV channel is Man Utd vs Brighton on?
The game will be available live in the UK on Sky Sports+.
Every Carabao Cup match is being broadcast live by Sky Sports this season, while selected fixtures are also being given dedicated Main Event or Football channel coverage.
United against Brighton is currently scheduled for Sky Sports+ rather than one of the main linear channels.
Manchester United have also confirmed the date for the tie on their official website.
Man Utd handed another Brighton cup meeting
Carrick’s side will be hoping for a very different outcome from Brighton’s previous cup visit to Old Trafford.
The Seagulls eliminated United from the FA Cup with a 2-1 third-round victory in January 2026, making September’s meeting an early opportunity for revenge.
United have since strengthened considerably, including the signing of former Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba.
ReadManUtd covered Baleba’s official £70m move earlier this week, although the Cameroon international is currently recovering from an ankle injury.
The Carabao Cup represents another route to silverware for Carrick after United’s return to the Champions League this season.
Their European schedule is also beginning to take shape after United discovered their eight league-phase opponents on Thursday.
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