Where To Watch The Carabao Cup In Manchester

By Lauren Cole • Lead Editor, DesignMyNight Our Lead Editor, Lauren, has written about the UK's best restaurants, bars and experiences on DesignMyNight since 2021. Bylines in What's On Media Group. Last updated on 29th April 2026

The season's lowest value silverware? Not on our watch. Every trophy is worth its weight in gold to football clubs, and the thrills and spills of the EFL Cup are best experienced in the moment. The English Football League Cup features all clubs from the EFL and the Premier League in a straight knock-out format, as well as semi-finals played across two legs - a format that's been in place since the tournament's launch in the 1960/61 season.

When it comes to the best places to watch the Carabao Cup live in Manchester, check out these sports bars and football pubs. Find venues showing the EFL Cup all the way from the earlier games to the grand final.

Where can I watch the Carabao Cup 2026/27 in Manchester?

The Waldorf, Manchester

350 reviews

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Although traditionally a Manchester City pub, they're still showing all Manchester United's Europa League fixtures at The Waldorf. Whether you're a City fan looking to jeer at your rivals in red or United through and through, these guys have two floors packed with screens and a bar each for easy service.

Piccadilly ⋅ City Centre
Pub ⋅ Sports Bar

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Beech Inn, Chorlton-Hardy

93 reviews

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The Beech Inn in Manchester offers hand-stretched pizza and craft beers. Whether you're vegan or a meat-eater, the choices are endless. We're talking plant based sloppy Joes with smokysoya…

Chorlton
Pub ⋅ Dog Friendly

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Shack Bar & Grill

171 reviews

Shack Bar & Grill is spread over two floors, their ground floor is open daily serving up delicious breakfast, brunch and lunch Menus. Stick with them throughout the evening to taste their infamous…

Northern Quarter ⋅ Central Manchester
Cocktail Bar ⋅ Event Space ⋅ Lounge Bar

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Walkabout Manchester Printworks

472 reviews

Walkabout Manchester Printworks, nestled in the vibrant Printworks complex on Dantzic Street, is the ultimate destination for bringing the lively energy of Australia to the heart of Manchester. Whether…

Northern Quarter ⋅ The Printworks
Pub ⋅ Party Bar ⋅ Sports Bar

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The Crafty Pig, Manchester

862 reviews

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An illustrious new haunt - Crafty Pig has set up its squealing farm in the heart of the Northern Quarter. With premium pickings for a location in the Oldham Street hot-spot, and their sister barknown…

Northern Quarter ⋅ City Centre
Lounge Bar ⋅ Sports Bar

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Piccadilly Tavern

This Manchester Piccadilly pub is just a stone's throw from the station and other popular spots in the city centre. Aside from an array of sports screenings across rugby, football, cricket and more, this…

Piccadilly ⋅ City Centre
Pub ⋅ Sports Bar

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Box Deansgate

131 reviews

Located in the heart of Manchester, BOX Deansgate is a high-quality sports bar where you can grab a pint and pizza, sit back and relax or play and party. Watch your favourite players from Man United and…

Deansgate
Sports Bar ⋅ Party Bar

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The Oxnoble

1 review

Welcome to The Oxnoble – Manchester’s Historic Pub with a Fresh New Buzz Hidden in the heart of Manchester city centre, The Oxnoble is a much-loved historic pub that’s recently entered an exciting…

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Cafe Football

Overlooking the Theatre of Dreams and nestled within Hotel Football, Cafe Football is a restaurant with a sports bar flair. Serving up dishes inspired by the love of football, the menu offers freshly prepared…

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The Lost Dene, Manchester

51 reviews

The Lost Dene is a warm and welcoming gastro pub right in the middle of Deansgate. Formerly known as the Hogshead, The Lost Dene resonates that classic gastro pub feel with its many inviting booths, clean…

Deansgate
Pub ⋅ Restaurant Bar ⋅ Lounge Bar

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Griffin

41 reviews

Welcome to The Griffin, a wonderful food pub in Heald Green, located on the main road from Cheadle and just five minutes from Manchester Airport, The Griffin is an ideal spot for a meal with family ora…

Dog Friendly ⋅ Event Space ⋅ Gastro Pub

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The Brotherhood of Pursuits and Pastimes

Join the Brotherhood for a selection of liquid medication that'll cure any weekday blues. Serving up classic cocktails, craft beer and smooth whiskeys, the bar and restaurant is a go-to for a night out…

Deansgate
Restaurant Bar ⋅ Pub ⋅ Lounge Bar

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Roebuck (U)

454 reviews

The Roebuck in Urmston Trafford is a large friendly pub serving great food and award-winning beer, the building dates back over 100 years. The decor has a warm fresh feel with an abundance of seating,there…

Urmston
Pub ⋅ Event Space ⋅ Sports Bar

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Golden Lion

227 reviews

The Golden Lion is a beautiful family friendly pub in Swinton, on the edge of Mancheser. Inside you will find a fresh decor, with a mix of cosy seating for drinks and an open-space dining area, for those…