Liverpool to Face Bournemouth in Carabao Cup Quarter-Finals; Bradford City Host Manchester City

Liverpool have been drawn against Premier League rivals Bournemouth in the quarter-finals of the Carabao Cup, while League One Bradford City will host Manchester City. The draw, conducted on Wednesday, sets up an all-top-flight clash at Anfield as Liverpool continue their defence of the trophy they won last season. Bournemouth, currently enjoying a strong campaign under Andoni Iraola, will aim to cause an upset against Arne Slot's side. Meanwhile, Bradford City, the lowest-ranked team left in the competition, welcome Pep Guardiola's Manchester City to Valley Parade in a classic cup tie. The Bantams, who famously reached the 2013 League Cup final, will hope to produce another giant-killing. The other ties see Arsenal face Crystal Palace, and Newcastle United take on Brentford. The matches are scheduled for the week commencing December 16. With a place in the semi-finals at stake, all eight clubs will be eager to progress in a competition that offers a direct route to European qualification and silverware.