Burnley begin their 2026/27 Carabao Cup journey at Turf Moor this Saturday, hosting Notts County in a first-round tie broadcast live on Sky Sports. The Clarets, who finished 19th in the Premier League last season with 22 points (4W-10D-24L), will aim to bounce back after a tough campaign that saw them concede 75 goals.
When and where is Burnley’s match?
The game kicks off at 3pm on Saturday, August 9, as part of a packed schedule featuring 3pm start times across the competition. Fans can watch live on Sky Sports or follow updates via the Sky Sports app and Soccer Saturday.
Why this tie matters for Burnley
After a difficult 2025/26 season where they scored 38 and conceded 75 (a -37 goal difference), Vincent Kompany’s side will use the cup as a chance to build momentum. Their last league outing was a 1-1 draw with Wolves on May 24, capping a five-game run of 0 wins, 4 draws, and 1 loss (DDDDL).
What’s next in the Carabao Cup?
Should Burnley progress, round two follows the week commencing August 24. The Clarets will hope to avoid an early exit as they look to improve on last season’s struggles, which left them 63 points adrift of champions Arsenal.
