Man City travel to Huddersfield and Arsenal visit Port Vale in the EFL Cup

The Toon will be dreaming of another strong EFL Cup outing this term. Eddie Howe led his side to their first major domestic trophy in 70 years last season.

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Newcastle's summer signing makes his debut at St James' Park.

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City begin their pursuit of a first EFL Cup title since 2020/21 this evening.

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Thomas Frank addresses his squad rotation tonight and reveals where Xavi Simons will slot into the starting lineup.

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In the slightly later kick-off, Arsenal travel to Port Vale and Mikel Arteta has handed the captain's armband to the returning Bukayo Saka.

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And EFL Cup title holders Newcastle begin their title defence at St James' Park. Eddie Howe has also rung in the changes after a 0-0 draw at Bournemouth on Sunday, with seven alterations.

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Tottenham host League One Doncaster in North London, where Thomas Frank has made seven changes.

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Here's how Man City lineup for their clash at Huddersfield. It's a strong XI from Guardiola.

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Good evening and welcome to this evening's coverage of the EFL Cup third round, with some big teams in action.

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