Newcastle vs West Brom: Carabao Cup Kick-off, TV Channel, and How to Watch
Newcastle United’s Carabao Cup campaign starts under the lights at St James’ Park tonight, with West Bromwich Albion the visitors in a second-round tie that should carry a bit more edge than a routine early-round outing.
Here’s how to follow it.
Kick-off time and venue
The game kicks off at 7:45pm (UK time) at St James’ Park, as Newcastle look to make an early statement in this season’s competition on home turf.
What TV channel is Newcastle vs West Brom on?
The tie will be shown live in the UK on Sky Sports+. Coverage begins at 7:30pm, giving viewers 15 minutes of build-up before the action gets underway.
Live stream details
For those watching online in the UK:
- Existing Sky Sports subscribers can stream the match via the Sky Go app on mobile, tablet, smart TV or desktop.
- Non-Sky customers can watch through the NOW app by purchasing a NOW Sports Day or Month Membership, which provides access to the Sky Sports+ stream.
Radio commentary
If you’re tuning in on radio, BBC Radio Newcastle will carry live commentary for local listeners. Newcastle United’s official digital platforms and web app will also provide audio commentary streams for registered users.
Team news
Newcastle are forced into changes. Joelinton, Dan Burn and Tino Livramento are all ruled out through injury, pushing Eddie Howe towards rotation as he juggles cup commitments and league demands.
West Brom have their own concern in attack, with forward Tammer Bany sidelined by a hamstring problem.
The stage is set, the injuries are stacking up, and the cup journey starts here at St James’ Park.
