Newcastle United will enter the competition at this stage, with the draw being shown live on Sky Sports following the first round tie between Sheffield Wednesday and Sunderland.

Mark Chapman will host the draw, which will include the 13 Premier League clubs not competing in European competitions as well as Burnley and Watford from the Sky Bet Championship.

The Carabao Cup remains regionalised in the early rounds, with the draw split into a southern and northern section until the third round.

Second round ties will take place in the week commencing Monday, 22nd August.