Chelsea, managed by Xabi Alonso, will host Luton Town in their second round match, marking Alonso's first Carabao Cup tie as manager. Luton Town are managed by ex-Arsenal star Jack Wilshere. Tottenham Hotspur, on the other hand, will face Charlton in a London derby, their first competitive meeting since 2011. Newcastle United will host West Brom for a place in the third round, while Birmingham City, part-owned by NFL legend Tom Brady, have been drawn at home to Brentford. The winner of the match between Plymouth Argyle and Exeter City will host Coventry City in the next round. Ties will be played the week commencing August 24, with matches going straight to penalties if they finish level after 90 minutes.
Carabao Cup Second Round Draw Revealed
Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur have avoided each other in the Carabao Cup second round draw, according to talkSPORT Football. The draw was conducted on Monday night.
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