Carabao Cup First Round: Leicester to Host Northampton, West Ham Faces Portsmouth
In the first round of the Carabao Cup, League One side Leicester will take on Northampton at home, while relegated West Ham will welcome Portsmouth to the London Stadium.
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The draw for the first round of the Carabao Cup has been revealed, setting up some intriguing matchups.
Leicester City, now competing in League One, will host Northampton in their opening game of the tournament.
Meanwhile, West Ham United, who faced relegation, will welcome Portsmouth to the London Stadium as they begin their cup campaign.
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Update at 18:34 UTC on 2026-06-25
Sky Sports reported League One Leicester will play Northampton at home in the first round of the Carabao Cup while relegated West Ham welcome Portsmouth to the London Stadium.
Sources: Sky Sports