Alex MacQuoid
Manchester City and Newcastle meet at the Etihad Stadium with Wembley on the line. This is the EFL Cup (Carabao Cup) semi-final second leg, and City carry a 2–0 aggregate lead into the return fixture. Newcastle arrive as the defending champions, so the stakes could not be clearer: overturn the deficit or surrender the trophy defence. With a place in the EFL Cup final at Wembley at stake, expect a high-tempo night under the lights in Manchester.
Match Preview
Manchester City are 2–0 up after the first leg, putting them in control of this semi-final heading into the second leg at the Etihad Stadium. City’s depth and home strength point to a strong chance of seeing the tie out, even with little margin for error in a knockout return match. Their most recent result was a 2–2 draw with Tottenham, so they will want a sharper defensive display with a final place at Wembley available.
Newcastle face a difficult task to turn the tie around and they do it with key defensive absences. Fabian Schär, Jamaal Lascelles, Emil Krafth, and Tino Livramento are all missing, which complicates the need to chase goals. Newcastle are the holders, so this is a major moment in their trophy defence, while City are chasing their first EFL Cup triumph since 2020/21. This second leg matters because it defines the season’s first domestic final for both clubs.
Where to watch on TV & Live Stream
Kick-off is at 21:00 CET on Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at Etihad Stadium, Manchester. In the UK, Sky Sports will show the match with Sky Go/NOW for streaming. In the USA, CBS Sports coverage is available through Paramount+. Viewers in Canada can watch via DAZN.
| Region/Country | Kick-off Time (Local) |
| UK | 20:00 (GMT) |
| USA (ET) | 15:00 (ET) |
| USA (PT) | 12:00 (PT) |
| Australia (Sydney) | 07:00 (AEDT, next day) |
| Japan | 05:00 (JST, next day) |
| India | 01:30 (IST, next day) |
How to watch Manchester City vs Newcastle online
Official streams depend on your location and will usually be geo-restricted. In the UK, you can stream on Sky Go if you have a Sky Sports subscription, or watch via NOW TV (listed at roughly £30–£35/month). In the USA, Paramount+ carries CBS Sports coverage (listed at roughly $6/month). Canada viewers can stream through DAZN Canada. If you are travelling, you will still need access to your usual paid service and valid login details to watch on mobile, desktop, or smart TV apps.
| Country | Official Broadcaster/Stream |
| UK | Sky Sports; Sky Go / NOW TV |
| USA | Paramount+ |
| Canada | DAZN, fuboTV |
| Australia | beIN SPORTS |
| China | ZhiBo8 |
| Germany | Sky Deutschland |
| Denmark | Viaplay |
| Mexico | ESPN |
| Portugal | Sport TV |
| France, MENA | beIN Sports |
| Poland | Viaplay |
| Ukraine | Setanta Sports |
| Japan | DAZN Japan |
| Africa | SuperSport (DStv) |
| Latin America | ESPN / Star+ |
Spotlight Countries
- United Kingdom: Watch live on Sky Sports. Stream on Sky Go with a Sky subscription or via NOW TV (around £30–£35/month).
- United States: Stream the match on Paramount+ through CBS Sports coverage (listed around $6/month). CBS Sports Golazo Network is part of the package.
- Canada: DAZN Canada is the official home for this match. Use the DAZN app on mobile, web, and supported TV devices.
- Australia: beIN SPORTS will carry the semi-final second leg. Check the Optus Sport app for live coverage and replays.
- Germany: Coverage is split Sky Deutschland. Confirm which platform is carrying the fixture in your subscription guide before kick-off.
How to watch anywhere with VPN
Broadcasters apply geo-blocks, so access to streams can change when you travel. A VPN can help you access your usual streaming service by routing your connection through your home country, but you still need an active subscription and valid login.
- Step 1: Choose a reputable VPN and install it on your device (iOS, Android, Windows, macOS, and many smart TV setups).
- Step 2: Connect to a server in the country where your streaming service is available (for example, the UK for Sky Go/NOW).
- Step 3: Open the official app or website and sign in, then start the live stream.
How to watch at Sportsbooks
Some major bookmakers stream selected football matches, including EFL Cup fixtures, for customers with eligible accounts. Availability varies by country and by match, and streams are typically restricted to logged-in users.
- Step 1: Create an account with a sportsbook that offers live streaming (examples commonly include Bet365, Unibet, and William Hill).
- Step 2: Fund your account (many operators require a positive balance to unlock streams).
- Step 3: Go to the live section and look for the match with a “Play” or live-stream icon.
City hold the advantage, Newcastle have the motivation of a title defence, and Wembley is the prize. Check your local listings early and be ready for kick-off at 21:00 CET. Don’t miss the action.